Art_elier is a community hub for young people aged 10-18 looking to explore the creative subjects out with the school curriculum. Inspired by youth art projects around the city, I interviewed the head of ACES Tayside - Helen Hardman - to gain more insights into the work she does to bridge the gap between the high school curriculums and university.
I chose the site of St. Roques Chapel because it is central, and also has a rich history of influencing the community. The chapel has nearby public transport connections and is close-by to schools meaning the young people will not have to travel far after school.
The final result shows an open planned upstairs studio/classroom are with a stage for presenting to encourage the young people to come out of their shells, with a quiet seating area above the stage for one-to-one time or reading. Downstairs houses a computer suite and specialist workshop areas for young people to be able to take part in activities with facilities their school may not have. Outside, there is a terrace at street level for young people to take part in gardening activities. In the ground floor urban garden, there is space for bike parking and a greenhouse for further learning and activities.
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