READING GROUP: THE LABOR OF ARCHITECTURE


Join us as we read and discuss The Labor of Architecture by C.G. Beck through the months of May and June.

Providing insight through his direct experiences organizing and negotiating from within the world of architecture, Beck explains how a design-based union movement can create a new reality for the labor of architects and designers, arguing that they have more in common with other unionized industries than generally assumed. Ultimately, The Labor of Architecture is a call for designers to prioritize collective action over their own individualistic pursuits—not just for the betterment of their profession, but for the sake of the society they help to build each day.

Sundays from 3-4PM ET
Virtual on the TAL Discord
May 17: Preface + Introduction
May 31: Part One
June 14: Part Two
June 28: Part Three + Conclusion

If you are in need of a copy and are facing financial difficulty, ping us and we’ll get it sorted. You also don’t have to read to be a part of the discussion!

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