The Institute of Bermuda Architects will host a weeklong celebration of architecture beginning on Monday.

The event, which is open to the public, members and industry associates, aims to encourage interest in the architectural profession and celebrate the architecture of Bermuda.

On Monday, there will be an exhibition at Washington Mall, displaying project boards from Bermudian architects and architecture students on the Wall of Words between 5pm and 7pm.

On Tuesday, Bermudian builder and stonemason, Larry Mills, in conjunction with the Bermuda National Gallery’s Power of Art Exhibit, will give a presentation entitled “Bermuda’s Vernacular Architecture, Can the Past Inform the Future?” That will take place at the Bermuda National Gallery from noon until 1.30pm.

On Wednesday, Blum Canada will present two webinars titled Ageing in Place at the Health Insurance Department, Sofia House, Church Street, from noon to 1pm and 1pm to 2pm.

On Thursday, the Department of Planning and the IBA will hold an Introduction to Architect Services and the Department of Planning at Cathedral Hall, from 5.30pm to 7pm.

On Friday, a Visually Impaired Architectural Tour and Happy Hour has been arranged for industry associates and members of the IBA.

Duncan Simons, president of the IBA, stated: “We are delighted to be hosting Bermuda’s first Architecture Week.

“It is our hope that the events planned throughout the weeklong celebration will raise awareness and appreciation for Bermuda’s architecture and architects.

“We also hope to educate the public of the value of using a registered architect when undertaking a building project and we are pleased to be offering the public, our members and industry associates a chance to expand their horizons.”