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Visit FAME collective’s RIBA Exhibition “Exposing the Barriers in Architecture, from a FAME (Female Architects of Minority Ethnic) Perspective.” RIBA Library, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD EXHIBITION DESIGN This exhibition design was led and curated by Tumpa Husna Yasmin Fellows, founder of FAME collective, and co-created by FAME collective. The exhibition documents FAME collective’s research projects, communicating underrepresented voices and the lived-experiences of barriers in architecture. Mapping the pathways to success, how to navigate the barriers and providing valuable recommendations for those experiencing barriers and those in power to make a change. The design of the central and the primary exhibit has been influenced by the ‘feminine embodiment practice’, from the concept of the Nakshi Kantha (traditional Bangladeshi diaspora embroidery technique). The concept involves re-using layers of recycled fabric and diverse materials, used to co-design the ‘pathways to success in architecture’, by delving into the narratives of the lived experiences of the barriers, from a FAME perspective.

Today, we pause to honour the children who never came home, the Survivors, and their families. National Truth and Reconciliation Day is an opportunity for us to reflect on the legacy of residential schools and engage with Indigenous history and culture as part of the ongoing journey of reconciliation. As architects, we recognize the need to decolonize our practice. Architecture has historically been used as a tool of colonial power, from residential schools to institutional buildings that marginalized Indigenous peoples. Today, we have the opportunity to transform our work into a tool for healing and empowerment. Our partnership with Smoke Architecture Inc. on the Makwa Waakaa’igan Indigenous Centre of Cultural Excellence at Algoma University is an example of this. Once a residential school, Shingwauk Hall is now being reimagined as a place for healing, dialogue, and cultural preservation, led by the vision of the Children of Shingwauk Alumni Association. Decolonizing design starts with listening. It means working alongside Indigenous communities to ensure that their knowledge, culture, and values shape the spaces we create. This is not just about addressing the past but building a future where architecture supports cultural identity and well-being. We encourage reflection today, and every day, as we strive toward a more just and inclusive future.

What a fantastic step towards inclusion for designers to understand, conceptualise and implement.

Visit FAME collective’s RIBA Exhibition “Exposing the Barriers in Architecture, from a FAME (Female Architects of Minority Ethnic) Perspective.” RIBA Library, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD EXHIBITION DESIGN This exhibition design was led and curated by Tumpa Husna Yasmin Fellows, founder of FAME collective, and co-created by FAME collective. The exhibition documents FAME collective’s research projects, communicating underrepresented voices and the lived-experiences of barriers in architecture. Mapping the pathways to success, how to navigate the barriers and providing valuable recommendations for those experiencing barriers and those in power to make a change. The design of the central and the primary exhibit has been influenced by the ‘feminine embodiment practice’, from the concept of the Nakshi Kantha (traditional Bangladeshi diaspora embroidery technique). The concept involves re-using layers of recycled fabric and diverse materials, used to co-design the ‘pathways to success in architecture’, by delving into the narratives of the lived experiences of the barriers, from a FAME perspective. Setting up the exhibition provided a unique opportunity for collaboration, dialogue and most importantly the building of relationships and friendships within the team. RESEARCH PROCESS The research is explored through an intersectional feminist lens to amplify the underrepresented voices in architecture. Conducted through a range of participatory methods and by engaging with the community of practitioners and students of architecture. Therefore, directly challenging institutions such as the RIBA, Architects Registration Board (ARB), universities and practices, by disseminating the findings and evidence-based research. FAME collective’s research dissemination led to ARB's recent policy changes, to remove the policy barriers in architecture by increasing access to the architecture profession for a wider demographic. Ultimately, this research acts as a tool for activism; and highlights systemic inequities in architecture by documenting the lived experiences' narrative as a valuable form of research tool. #exposingbarriersinarchitecture #famecollective #riba #equity

Join us in #Sheffield on the 14th–15th June 2024 for our next Challenging Practice seminar! This seminar is focusing on the theme of inclusion and exclusion in space. It is a key component of our flagship independent-learning programme, Challenging Practice: Essentials for the Social Production of Habitat. Benefits of Participation: - Learn about our Inclusion by Design programme. - Develop an understanding of inclusion and exclusion within the built environment, and how these relate to intersecting social identities. - Gain knowledge of diverse approaches, methods, and tools to address social exclusion in space. - Reflect on the implications of prioritising lived experiences in built environment practice. - Network with professionals and students who share a common interest in issues of inclusion and exclusion within the built environment.  - Benefit from the guidance and expertise of experienced ASF-UK facilitators. - Receive a Challenging Practice Stage A certificate upon successful completion of the seminar. - Gain priority access to the next Challenging Practice Stage B workshop. Find more info and book here: https://lnkd.in/ewp82JTA #architecture #urbanplanning #urbandesign #urbanpractice #cpd #inclusionbydesign

Join us for the launch of FAME collective’s RIBA Exhibition at 4pm on 23 January RIBA “Exposing the Barriers in Architecture, from a FAME (Female Architects of Minority Ethnic) Perspective.” RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD Exhibition information This exhibition has been co-created by FAME collective, led and curated by @tumpahusnayasminfellows, founder of FAME collective. The design of the central and the primary exhibit has been influenced by the ‘feminine embodiment practice’, from the concept of the Nakshi Kantha (traditional Bangladeshi diaspora embroidery technique). The concept involves re-using layers of recycled fabric and diverse materials, used to co-design the ‘pathways to success in architecture’, by delving into the narratives of the lived experiences of the barriers, from a FAME perspective This research investigates the systems of discrimination in architecture and disadvantage experienced due to someone’s race, class and gender; and how these affect established practitioners, young scholars and students, from diverse backgrounds, knowledge and practices. Research process The research for this exhibition is explored through an intersectional feminist lens to amplify the underrepresented voices in architecture. It has been conducted through a range of participatory methods and by engaging with the community of practitioners and students of architecture. Therefore, directly challenging institutions such as the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Architects Registration Board (ARB), universities and practices, by disseminating the findings and evidence-based research. This research has been disseminated extensively to make it accessible to those in power. FAME collective’s research dissemination led to ARB's recent policy changes that came into place to remove the policy barriers in architecture by increasing access to the architecture profession for a wider demographic. Ultimately, this research acts as a tool for activism; it reviews and highlights systemic inequities in architecture by documenting the lived experiences' narrative as a valuable form of research tool. #exposingbarriersinarchitecture #famecollective #riba #equity

Join us for the launch of FAME collective’s RIBA Exhibition at 4pm on 23 January RIBA “Exposing the Barriers in Architecture, from a FAME (Female Architects of Minority Ethnic) Perspective.” RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD Exhibition information This exhibition has been co-created by FAME collective, led and curated by @tumpahusnayasminfellows, founder of FAME collective. The design of the central and the primary exhibit has been influenced by the ‘feminine embodiment practice’, from the concept of the Nakshi Kantha (traditional Bangladeshi diaspora embroidery technique). The concept involves re-using layers of recycled fabric and diverse materials, used to co-design the ‘pathways to success in architecture’, by delving into the narratives of the lived experiences of the barriers, from a FAME perspective This research investigates the systems of discrimination in architecture and disadvantage experienced due to someone’s race, class and gender; and how these affect established practitioners, young scholars and students, from diverse backgrounds, knowledge and practices. Research process The research for this exhibition is explored through an intersectional feminist lens to amplify the underrepresented voices in architecture. It has been conducted through a range of participatory methods and by engaging with the community of practitioners and students of architecture. Therefore, directly challenging institutions such as the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Architects Registration Board (ARB), universities and practices, by disseminating the findings and evidence-based research. This research has been disseminated extensively to make it accessible to those in power. FAME collective’s research dissemination led to ARB's recent policy changes that came into place to remove the policy barriers in architecture by increasing access to the architecture profession for a wider demographic. Ultimately, this research acts as a tool for activism; it reviews and highlights systemic inequities in architecture by documenting the lived experiences' narrative as a valuable form of research tool. #exposingbarriersinarchitecture #famecollective #riba #equity

"Families are the aggregates of cities." New interview episode (182I) with Hon Ted Baillieu Former Premier Victoria about urban retrofitting, split personalities, regreening and many more on the What is The Future for Cities? podcast! Find out more in the episode and share it, links are in the first comment. #retrofit #urbangreening

Join us for the launch of FAME collective’s RIBA Exhibition at 4pm on 23 January RIBA “Exposing the Barriers in Architecture, from a FAME (Female Architects of Minority Ethnic) Perspective.” RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD Exhibition information This exhibition has been co-created by FAME collective, led and curated by @tumpahusnayasminfellows, founder of FAME collective. The design of the central and the primary exhibit has been influenced by the ‘feminine embodiment practice’, from the concept of the Nakshi Kantha (traditional Bangladeshi diaspora embroidery technique). The concept involves re-using layers of recycled fabric and diverse materials, used to co-design the ‘pathways to success in architecture’, by delving into the narratives of the lived experiences of the barriers, from a FAME perspective This research investigates the systems of discrimination in architecture and disadvantage experienced due to someone’s race, class and gender; and how these affect established practitioners, young scholars and students, from diverse backgrounds, knowledge and practices. Research process The research for this exhibition is explored through an intersectional feminist lens to amplify the underrepresented voices in architecture. It has been conducted through a range of participatory methods and by engaging with the community of practitioners and students of architecture. Therefore, directly challenging institutions such as the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Architects Registration Board (ARB), universities and practices, by disseminating the findings and evidence-based research. This research has been disseminated extensively to make it accessible to those in power. FAME collective’s research dissemination led to ARB's recent policy changes that came into place to remove the policy barriers in architecture by increasing access to the architecture profession for a wider demographic. Ultimately, this research acts as a tool for activism; it reviews and highlights systemic inequities in architecture by documenting the lived experiences' narrative as a valuable form of research tool. #exposingbarriersinarchitecture #famecollective #riba #equity

fourth edition is coming up with new contents and oportunities.