Bathurst Regional Art Gallery [BRAG] is set to host acclaimed media personality Tim Ross next week for a live show investigating the importance of architecture to Australian society.
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Ross' show, Designing a Legacy, explores the interior of some of Australia's most significant modernist houses through a variety of mediums, including live discussion, film and comedy.
"The show is a curious mix of insightful stories of Australian architecture and design interwoven with lashes of stand-up comedy," he said.
"Each film looks at an Australian family whose lives have been shaped by their home, and it reflects how architecture can silently influence our identity."
Ross is best known for his work in comedy duo Merrick and Rosso and his prominent career in radio and television.
But Ross has spent the last few years combining his media profile with his passion for architecture and design, most notably in the 2016 ABC documentary, Streets of Your Town.
"Australia is an innovative nation when it comes to architecture, and I want to help grow the awareness of our great architects and rich design legacy," he said.
"I think a lot of Australians have forgotten the effect of architecture on our history and if we can look at our affluent past, it can help us pursue further innovative ideas in the future."
Ross said Designing a Legacy prominently explores how great architecture can elevate society.
"The most obvious example of this idea is the Sydney Opera House, which has become a key symbol of national pride for Australians," he said.
"Everyone is moved by that building in some way, and is a great example of how a building can shape an identity."
Ross' show explores designs from a series of notable Australian architects, including Robin Boyd, John Andrews, Roy Grounds and Ken Woolley.
Designing a Legacy is being toured nationally throughout 2020, and BRAG is the second stop on the tour.
The show is scheduled for Thursday, February 13 at 6.30pm. Tickets cost $45 and can be purchased through Eventbrite or at BRAG.