Black Spectacles’ Post

We could not agree more President Dowdell, #RepresentationMatters! "In the US, only 2% of licensed architects are Black. Less than a single percent are Black women." – Kriston Capps (Bloomberg CityLab) Our cities are the creations of their creators and we desperately need to welcome others to ensure future cities are destinations ensuring the health, safety, and welfare for everyone. "On the north side of Chicago, which is more wealthy, the life expectancy is about 90 years of age. Then on the south side, which is less well resourced, that life expectancy is 60 years. We’re talking a 30-year life expectancy gap determined by zip code." – Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC #Architects #KimberlyDowdell #CommunityImpact #Equity #FutureCities #BloombergCityLab #UbuntuASAP

What a beautiful story about forging your own path in life. And a solid testament to how critical CTE programs are in serving a variety of learning styles.

I am deeply grateful to Professor Bryan Bell for including my work in one of upcoming book. This opportunity marks my first step into Architecture Writing and Design Activism, and I am excited to share this journey with you. "Value Beyond Building: A Case for Justice through Architecture" By Bryan Bell, Emma DeMagistris and Devesh Balakrishnan. “Architecture has the power to shape our physical environment and, through it, our lives. Beyond aesthetics and functionality, it holds the potential to address critical challenges and inequities in the world. In this chapter, we explore the concept of justice through architecture. Drawing insights from the philosophy of John Rawls, we highlight the importance of designing spaces that heal historic injustices, empower communities, and foster social equity.”

Haveli doors are more than just architectural elements; they are cultural artifacts that reflect the history and traditions of the regions where they originated.  https://lnkd.in/enU_uh-K

Sir Edwin Lutyens: Britain's Greatest Architect? by Clive Aslet will be coming out soon! "Professor Clive Aslet, chairman of the Lutyens Trust, reveals the journey behind the buildings designed by Lutyens. This book digs deep into the archives, showcasing both Aslet's knowledge and unseen artwork and stories from the archives of the Lutyens Trust. Both commercial and personal commissions and stories reveal the man behind the persona. Was Sir Edwin Lutyens Britain's Greatest Architect?" https://lnkd.in/eyEgDd_t

Innovative design matters! A humane prison village. Where the effort is put on leaving. No formal redesigning but new visions put into ptractice is what changes the world.

Our Principal Architect, Brian Wall, was featured in the June issue of Canadian Architect magazine with a piece on advocacy on behalf of the AIA Canada Society, of which he is the Secretary of the Board of Directors. The article highlights the importance of political engagement and government collaboration within the architectural sector. If you are aware of any bills that require attention or are interested in getting involved in advocacy within the Canadian architectural-political landscape, please read the article for further information! The article can be found on page 11 of this link:

A Journey Through Design History A journey through design history is a field that analyses changes in the design process on the basis of material culture and across diverse civilizations and epochs. Knowing the history of design creates awareness to thrdpounder the interaction between design and society at large hence bringing forth awareness. It encompasses various disciplines, including: It encompasses various disciplines, including: Click the link for more info... https://lnkd.in/d5Hmn72V