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Two students are wheeling a large architectural model along a paved pathway Image: Andong Guo, Bolun Hua and Shiyu Zhang

Architectural model goes on show at University’s Kings Buildings campus

The intricate model’s design was informed by data gleaned from Berlin’s biosphere and was first displayed as part of the 2024 Graduate Show.

A watercolour painting of a concrete dam in the middle of a mountainous landscape.

Architects’ bold vision for Highlands reassessed

Visionary plans to transform the Scottish Highlands – first unveiled 80 years ago – were recently showcased in a compelling exhibition informed by an ESALA scholar.

A photograph of a terrace in Edinburgh's New Town, showing a variety of shapes and styles of window W. Victoria Lee

A tale of two conservations: Retrofitting historic windows in Edinburgh

ESALA academic’s new publication clarifies the process involved to help homeowners sensitively improve the energy efficiency of their historic windows.

Kirsteen and Heather are standing at a table, poring over a large book together. There is a microphone on the table, along with piles of other books and documents Image: Jude Barber

Royal Society of Edinburgh grants for ECA researchers

Projects that will benefit include a study of the recognition and remembering of everyday working lives; the establishment of a network to compare concertina-fold books from different times and cultures; and an exploration of the art and experience of musical accompaniment.

John Lawrie, 2nd from the right with staff from the ECA Glass programme 2016. John is wearing beige trousers and a blue blazer and waistcoat. He has white hair and glasses, and is smiling cheerfully.

John Lawrie: 1928 - 2024

The glassmaking pioneer who both studied and taught at ECA, has passed away at the age of 95.

Four items lying on a polystyrene tray. They look like fishing floats or bobbers, half of the float is bright yellow, the other looks like a speckled egg

Class of 2024 scoop numerous awards

Across RSA New Contemporaries, New Designers, and beyond - students graduating from ECA this summer have been making their mark.

A circular pot. It is is white, with some shading and patterns towards the top. Image by University of Edinburgh Cultural Heritage Digitisation Service

University Art Collection acquires graduate works through Purchase Prize

Work by three of this summer's graduating students will be added to the University's collection.

A black and white photo of Wilhemina Barns-Graham in her Porthmeor Studio in 1947 Image: The Wilhelmina Barns-Graham Trust

Wilhelmina Barns-Graham Trust launches new awards to support aspiring artists at ECA

The Trust will support Art students through two newly established awards.

Ella Williams sits beside her framed artwork. The work consists of numerous small paintings, in a large white frame.

Ella’s winning tribute to pioneering author Susan Ferrier

An ECA student's new work celebrating the 19th century writer is to be permanently displayed in an Edinburgh hotel.

An image from the animation - a grey and black, very furry, slightly wild looking cat, is staring into the camera with bright yellow eyes

Success at animation and documentary festivals

ECA alumni have won plaudits at festivals in Annecy and Sheffield

Four images showing folded, illustrated work on card, which can be tied closed with a ribbon

Bookmarks Prize winners named

Four individuals and one collective have been recognised for their work in this year's Graduate Show.

A black and white image of a man wearing a shirt, smiling and looking at the camera.

New travel award honours former Head of Design Professor Les Mitchell's legacy

In a touching tribute to the late Professor Les Mitchell, his family has launched the Professor Les Mitchell Travel Award.