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🌟 Calling all aspiring architects, designers, and neuroscience enthusiasts! 🏗️🧠 In honor of the 20th anniversary of the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture (ANFA) and in tribute to the remarkable legacy of our founding member, John P. Eberhard, FAIA, we're thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity: The John P. Eberhard Design Competition! This competition is not just a chance to demonstrate your design prowess; it's a gateway to understanding the compelling relationship between neuroscience and architecture. By participating, you'll dive into a dynamic dialogue that bridges these disciplines and shapes the future of architectural innovation. 🏛️ The Challenge: Design a COMMUNITY CENTER Using the principles of NEUROSCIENCE. Your task is to create a space that not only embodies neuroscience concepts but also educates and engages its users in these vital principles. 🌐 The recommended site for your visionary project is on the esteemed Salk Institute campus, deeply connected to ANFA and renowned globally in the architectural realm. Imagine a building that not only functions as a community center but also serves as an educational platform where neuroscience meets architecture. 🤝 Collaborate with scientists, architects, and artists-in-residence to craft an environment that fosters learning, memory retention, decision-making, emotional well-being, and intuitive movement—all through architectural design. 🗓️ Important Dates: Launch & Brief Release: January 1, 2024 Registration Deadline: February 1, 2024 Submission Deadline: June 15, 2024 Winners Announcement: July 2024 🎓 Eligibility: Open to undergraduate and graduate students in architecture, interior design, and neuroscience programs, as well as related extension programs. 💡 Embrace this opportunity to showcase your talents, gain practical experience, and contribute to the ever-evolving dialogue between neuroscience and architecture. Register now and become a catalyst for change in the architectural landscape! For detailed information and registration, visit https://lnkd.in/eTkDGcxd 📩 For inquiries or if your program isn't listed but you're eager to participate, reach out to us at johnpeberharddesigncompetition@gmail.com #NeuroscienceInArchitecture #DesignCompetition #ArchitecturalInnovation #FutureArchitects #Neuroscience #ArchitectureStudents #RegisterNow #BuildTheFuture #JohnPEberhardCompetition #ANFA

Neuroscientists and Architects Collaborate to Design More Inclusive Buildings A new initiative sees neuroscientists and architects working together in a state-of-the-art laboratory to study how building design impacts the human brain. The aim is to create spaces that enhance wellbeing, accessibility and inclusivity for all users. By understanding how design influences behaviour and comfort, this research could revolutionise the way we think about accessibility in the built environment. https://lnkd.in/erFADbag How can neuroscience-driven design improve accessibility and inclusivity in the built environment? #InclusiveDesign #NeuroscienceInArchitecture #AccessibleBuildings

Following my earlier post on the dynamic nature of memory, I am reflecting on the profound implications this has for architectural practice. Spaces are not mere physical constructs but play an active role in shaping human experiences and development. According to recent studies, the brain's ability to form and consolidate memories involves complex neural processes that are influenced by our surroundings (University at Buffalo, 2024). These findings highlight the critical role that well-designed spaces play in supporting cognitive functions and emotional well-being. As architects, we have the power to design environments that enhance human potential. By incorporating elements that promote comfort, engagement, and inspiration, we can create spaces that positively influence memory formation and overall mental health. We have a mission and is to create environments that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also contribute to the holistic development of individuals, fostering a sense of well-being and positive experiences. #Architecture #Memory #HumanDevelopment #DesignImpact #BuiltEnvironment University at Buffalo. (2024). "Research into the nature of memory reveals how cells that store information are stabilized over time." ScienceDaily. Retrieved from ScienceDaily.

Collaboration is key to the future of AEC. The future lies in breaking down silos not only between architects and the construction team but also by involving experts like neuroscientists and environmental biologists. This interdisciplinary approach fosters better decision-making and drives more work. However, this level of collaboration cannot thrive in an era where crucial data is merely dumped into email inboxes. It’s time for a more sophisticated data-sharing practice. Discover how we can enhance the human experience through architecture by embracing CONCERT. https://lnkd.in/gWSG6UZ5 #Architecture #Engineering #Collaboration #Neuroscience #DataSharing #Innovation Lombardini22

⚠️"When the city is being designed for people at the extreme, the city becomes a better space for everybody." 🚨New panel conversation for the 🎉🎉200th episode🎉🎉 on the What is The Future for Cities? podcast: NeurodiverCity - An 'eye-opening' conversation on bathrooms (among others) with Kirsten Day and Lucas Gil nadolskis! Find out more in the episode and share it, links 👇 #neurodiversity #sensoryexperience

In 2023, the Center for Design achieved another milestone year of collaborative work and interdisciplinary research. More than 20 research projects built design knowledge and innovation, while more than 60 events and activities fostered design education and strengthened the design community. Thank you for being a part of the Center for Design in 2023. Though the new year is already off to a great start, we look forward to what else is in store for 2024! Read the full annual report: https://lnkd.in/ea3X8zU6 College of Arts, Media and Design (CAMD) at Northeastern University #DesignResearch #DesignEducation #InterdisciplinaryDesign #InterdisciplinaryThinking #DesignThinking #YearInReview #CenterforDesign #Northeastern #NortheasternUniversity #AnnualReport

Inclusive #access to quality public open spaces is a key factor in fostering social interactions and enhancing quality of life. Yet, even with equitable access, the #design and #physical #characteristics of public open spaces will influence which ones we choose to visit and what activities we engage in. In our latest article in Computational Urban Science, led by Urban Analytics Lab researcher Vasileios Milias and co-authored by Roos Teeuwen, Alessandro Bozzon, and myself, we look at how various physical features of public open spaces affect how they are used by different individuals and populations. We analyzed 420 public open spaces of various types in Barcelona, Gothenburg, and Rotterdam using street-level imagery and involved 409 participants from 21 European countries, spanning different ages and genders, through a crowdsourcing campaign to identify which characteristics attract people to different #public #spaces and for what activities. Based on these insights, we offer recommendations for urban design researchers and practitioners. Read the full open-access article at https://lnkd.in/eWNsqfkm  Access the collected data and analysis code for research and educational purposes at https://lnkd.in/e-c7AjQv Urban Analytics Lab: https://lnkd.in/eRzUdCmA Delft University of Technology, TU Delft | Industrial Design Engineering

Recent Master of Architecture Dissertation at AA [EmTech] - The P2 Tower Re-Neighbouring the Vertical City by Puja Bhagat and Jonathan Wong ‘The P2 Tower – Re-Neighbouring the Vertical City’, presents an exploration into the development of #adaptable #housing solutions, specifically tailored for #densely populated cities, such as Hong Kong. The research delves into the #evolution of tower blocks, offering critical insights into their limitations and proposing novel models of publicness. It introduces the concept of a #sociability spectrum, applying it to a case study on Hong Kong towers to demonstrate its practicality. The work proposes #adaptive architecture to meet the #dynamic #sociability needs of communities, integrating #digital #fabrication #techniques like #concrete #additive #manufacturing with #bamboo #strip #weaving. It explores urban system designs that extend tower models into the urban fabric, aiming for an integration with densely populated urban landscapes. The dissertation critically analyses existing #pedestrian #simulation #techniques and proposes a novel pedestrian simulation software that simultaneously serves as a #generative #design and #analysis tool. The methodology covers the sociability spectrum's dimensions, such as ownership, site accessibility, building affordance, and environment, and describes the calculation of sociability scores. It introduces #co-evolutionary #algorithms for #complex #optimization and detailed methods for #material #system #fabrication. #aaschool #architecturalassociation #aaemtech #architecture #architecturestudent #design #computation #generativedesign #biomimetics #emergence #complexity #urbandesign #designexperimentation #computationaldesign #parametric #parametricdesign #parametricarchitecture #prototype #fabrication #materialsystems #roboticfabrication #AR #VR #multiobjectiveoptimisation #rhino3d #rhinoceros3d #madewithunity #grasshopper3d #csharp #python   The applications for the AA [EmTech] MSc / MArch programme is open for the 2024 - 25 academic year. More information can be found at: https://lnkd.in/entmhCAH The thesis can be reached at: https://lnkd.in/exNafaZJ

The School of Architecture & Design at NYIT is pleased to announce our official public 2024 Spring Lecture and Events Series⁠, with a great lineup of speakers, lectures, book launches, exhibits, and symposiums around the theme Future by Design. Hope to see you at many of these events!⁠ ⁠ FUTURE BY DESIGN: New AI tools allow for design experimentation but also raise questions regarding new forms of agency and knowledge transfer in design. Intelligence is not only embedded in the computational tools one uses to design and make, but also in matter itself. Embedded smart systems in products and environments facilitate communication and enhance interactions, making matter responsive to individual needs. Questions of control and privacy arise that future designers must tackle. In addition, the urgent matter of climate change forces designers and scholars to rethink materials, manufacturing, and production processes. SoAD AY 23-24 lectures reflect on current and future challenges in design practices and research, question existing models, imagine desired modes of creation, and highlight the social responsibility of the designers of the future.  ⁠ ⁠ #nyitsoad #nyitarch #nyit #architecture #poster #lectures #events #booklaunches #exhibitions #symposiums #futurebydesign

💡 Redefining Architectural Design Through Collaborative Research! In the vibrant milieu of the Person-Environment-Activity Research Lab (PEARL) in East London, an exceptional fusion of neuroscience and architecture is taking place. The goal? To unravel how individuals interact within simulated environments. As various architectural settings impact user behavior differently, this research bears the potential to innovate future architectural practices significantly. 🔍 Understanding Human Behavior in Architecture By manipulating elements such as light, sound, and temperature, PEARL’s researchers aim to explore navigation, productivity, and emotional responses to spaces. A recent study set within a mock art gallery highlighted the urgency and stress that can arise during navigational tasks, providing a fascinating glimpse into user dynamics. 📊 Data-Driven Insights for Inclusive Designs Utilizing advanced tools like EEG caps and eye-trackers, researchers analyzed neurometrics from around 100 participants as they navigated these environments. The findings promise to offer architects invaluable insight into designing equitable spaces, pivotal for accommodating diverse user experiences, especially for the neurodivergent community. 🌍 Transforming Future Architectural Practices With the aim of enhancing societal outcomes, this groundbreaking approach challenges traditional design norms. Architects are invited to embrace these insights to create more responsive and inclusive built environments that cater to the varied needs of all individuals. Stay Ahead in Tech! Connect with me for cutting-edge insights and knowledge sharing! Want to make your URL shorter and more trackable? Try linksgpt.com #BitIgniter #LinksGPT #Architecture #Neuroscience #InnovativeDesign Want to know more: https://buff.ly/3XoK5y2