Architectural Association (AA)

The Architectural Association (AA) is a prestigious private architecture school in London, UK. It was founded in 1847 and has since become known for its experimental and innovative approach to architectural education.

The AA offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in architecture, as well as programs in other related fields such as landscape architecture, urbanism, and design. Its teaching methods emphasize creativity, experimentation, and critical thinking, and the school is known for encouraging students to develop their own unique approaches to architecture.

In addition to its academic programs, the AA is also involved in a range of other activities related to architecture and design. The school hosts regular lectures, exhibitions, and events that are open to the public, and it also publishes a range of books and journals on architecture and design.

The AA has a global reputation for excellence in architectural education, and many of its alumni have gone on to achieve significant success in the field. Notable alumni include architects such as Zaha Hadid, Rem Koolhaas, and Richard Rogers, among others.