Space: Architecture for Art

Space: Architecture for Art, edited by Gemma Tipton, and with a preface by Brian O'Doherty, author of Inside the White Cube, looks at the architecture of our contemporary arts spaces. The book explores the question of what makes the ideal gallery space, asking whether there can even be such a thing? What do artists like? What do architects think they want? And what makes a satisfying visitor experience? At a time when the distinctions between art and architecture are becoming increasingly blurred, this book brings architects, artists, curators and critics together to tease out some answers. Including case studies, and an invaluable directory, detailing spaces for contemporary art in Ireland (with full contact listings), Space is of practical use to artists, architects, curators and visitors alike, and demonstrates the spectrum of spaces for art here.

Supported by the National Lottery of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, and by an award from the Arts Council, Space is 272 pages, and is fully illustrated in colour. Price €25.00 / stg£17.00 order online at www.recirca.com/space or through Amazon.