About This Event

Alec Boreham and Francesco Vitali share a deep appreciation of classical art, music and architecture. As artist duo Alec & Franz they use digital tools to transform meticulous line drawings of historical buildings into sensory experiences. Particularly drawn to the ornate and dramatic characteristics of the Baroque era, they respond to present-day challenges with immersive installations that transcend time and space. Following their 2024 launch exhibition at Bermondsey Project Space, they return to London with an expanded site specific iteration at Boston Manor House to pay homage to the heritage of this lesser-known architectural gem. The historical Jacobean house is remarkable not only for surviving two world wars, but also for being built under a woman’s guidance more than four centuries ago. Privately owned until the 1920s, it was opened as a public park in 1924 and reopened following extensive restoration in 2023. The artists bring the house to life with a body of works that ranges from original line drawings and floating prints to large scale panels and interactive installations. A new series directly inspired by the house’s exterior transforms one of the rooms into a visual sanctuary, while another is dedicated to the synthesis of architecture and music.

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