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The recent AIA resolution emphasizes integrating human health into architectural design, advocating for biophilic principles. This shift aims to enhance well-being and address global health challenges through nature-focused, human-centered environments. https://lnkd.in/gweWiZea

Her post on experiencing heat stress and a subsequent medical event and then also connecting it to questions of prioritization and provision of basic amenities in public space such as street trees, benches and drinking fountains, led me to connect with YI ZHANG last week and I am so glad I did. Have a listen to our first dialogue: https://lnkd.in/dAd7Qk3d Her weaving of a personal experience with disciplinary and practitioner reflection also stood out to me as the essence of the kind of reflective praxis pieces we seek for the Cities & Health special issue on 'Walkability & Mobility Justice'. Lack of basic amenities in public space that can help support people moving by foot (and encourage the decision to do so) is one of, unfortunately, too many mobility injustices we face in communities around the world. Heat stress is a serious public health issue that is only going to worsen as heat waves intensify and often mitigating features such as lush, canopied paths are not planned and maintained with a spatially equitable mindset. If this post sets off a lightbulb for you, please visit the link below. We are welcoming many types of content including visually based submissions (such as travelogues, visual essays & design sketches) as well as debate and commentary pieces, city shorts, case studies, reflective praxis pieces and more. https://lnkd.in/eGqB2UUC The special issue is initiated by Pedestrian Space & The Schumacher Institute -Annika Lundkvist, FSI #urbanheat #mobilityjustice #urbanmobility #sustainablemobility #publichealth #urbanhealth #heatstress #publicspace #urbandesign #urbanheatisland #cityplanning #citiesandhealth

New problems call for revised research. If you have interesting theory or praxis that you would like to contribute to the Cities & Health special issue on 'Walkability & Mobility Justice', please visit the link below. We welcome many types of content including visually based submissions (such as travelogues, visual essays & design sketches) as well as debate and commentary pieces, city shorts, case studies, reflective praxis pieces and more. https://lnkd.in/eBPtBCdY The special issue is initiated by Pedestrian Space & The Schumacher Institute

Her post on experiencing heat stress and a subsequent medical event and then also connecting it to questions of prioritization and provision of basic amenities in public space such as street trees, benches and drinking fountains, led me to connect with YI ZHANG last week and I am so glad I did. Have a listen to our first dialogue: https://lnkd.in/dH9y-9T2 Her weaving of a personal experience with disciplinary and practitioner reflection also stood out to me as the essence of the kind of reflective praxis pieces we seek for the Cities & Health special issue on 'Walkability & Mobility Justice'. Lack of basic amenities in public space that can help support people moving by foot (and encourage the decision to do so) is one of, unfortunately, too many mobility injustices we face in communities around the world. Heat stress is a serious public health issue that is only going to worsen as heat waves intensify and often mitigating features such as lush, canopied paths are not planned and maintained with a spatially equitable mindset. If this post sets off a lightbulb for you, please visit the link below. We are welcoming many types of content including visually based submissions (such as travelogues, visual essays & design sketches) as well as debate and commentary pieces, city shorts, case studies, reflective praxis pieces and more. https://lnkd.in/eBPtBCdY The special issue is initiated by Pedestrian Space & The Schumacher Institute #urbanheat #mobilityjustice #urbanmobility #sustainablemobility #publichealth #urbanhealth #heatstress #publicspace #urbandesign #urbanheatisland #cityplanning #citiesandhealth

Updated architectural design improved technological innovation is improving the quality of the environment for care. The investment in community integrated aged care will transform the sector. https://lnkd.in/grPhpa2R

CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS! Exciting news from the Centre for Urban Design and Mental Health! We’re now accepting submissions for the next Journal of Urban Design and Mental Health. Volume 9: “Urban Landscapes for Mental Health: Intersections and Connections between Wisdom and Innovation in Design” We’re looking for dynamic submissions that dive into the mix of #UrbanDesign, #UrbanPlanning, #LandscapeDesign, #Architecture, #SpaceSyntax and #MentalHealth. Whether you’re bringing historical insights, cutting-edge theories, innovative designs, or solid research, we want to hear from you! Got a brilliant piece on: - How history shapes today’s urban design? - Theoretical frameworks driving urban landscapes? - Innovative design ideas? - Empirical research proving these concepts? We’re interested in original research articles, theoretical essays, and reviews that show how old-school wisdom and new-age innovation can create urban spaces that boost mental health. Deadline: 15 December 2024 Follow this link to submit your article by the deadline: https://lnkd.in/gWvN4um3 Big thanks to our Editor-in-Chief, Agnieszka Olszewska-Guizzo, and our amazing team: Nélida Quintero, Greg Rybarczyk, Dr. Robin Mazumder, Erin Sharp Newton, and our founding director, Layla McCay. #UrbanDesign #MentalHealth #UrbanPlanning #LandscapeDesign #Architecture #Research #Innovation #WellBeing #Design #HistoryMeetsInnovation #EmpiricalResearch #TheoreticalFrameworks

Discovering Erie’s Stories: Your Input Matters! The City of Erie is working on an exciting Historic Resources Survey to catalog the city’s buildings, landscapes, and neighborhoods—and we need your voice to help shape this effort! As an architect with a passion for adaptive reuse and community-driven design, I know how critical it is to connect with the stories and identities behind our built environment. This project is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Erie’s rich heritage while paving the way for thoughtful preservation and revitalization. Here’s how you can get involved: 👉 Explore the project details here: https://lnkd.in/dczH28TS 👉 Share your memories, stories, or insights about Erie’s places, spaces, and events to help document and enrich our city’s cultural narrative. Whether it’s a favorite historic building, a cherished neighborhood, or a local story passed down through generations, your input could help inspire future projects—and maybe even spark ideas for adaptive reuse or preservation efforts right here in Erie. What places or memories stand out to you? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Let’s collaborate to honor Erie’s past while building its future! #HistoricPreservation #AdaptiveReuse #EriePA #CommunityEngagement

Unlocking Community Secrets: Architectural Review Explained! Full Video: https://lnkd.in/eWsmKMFY Learn about HOA guidelines for property modifications, from fences to solar panels, and discover how these reviews maintain neighborhood aesthetics and property values. Don't miss this insightful discussion! #ArchitecturalReview #CommunityLiving #HOAGuidelines #PropertyValues #HomeImprovement #NeighborhoodStandards #SolarPanels #BuildingFences #PatioDesign #CommunityEngagement

| Roca Gallery | Sharing ideas that shape the future As we move into the new year, we invite you to delve into a selection of articles from 2024, a cross section of opinions and proposals reimagining how we inhabit the world. Each bimonthly edition of our digital magazine focuses on a specific topic and we ask leading architects, urbanists, and designers to write about creative and actionable ideas that are generating positive environmental and social change. Fascinating insights into innovative projects and initiatives from internationally renowned architects, academics and designers including: >Satoko Shinohara 日本女子大学 >Ricardo Orts Ulises Studio Design >Sheila O'Donnell and John Tuomey O'Donnell + Tuomey >Dorte Mandrup Dorte Mandrup >Jan Clostermann CLOU architects Read more: https://bit.ly/40j37aj #architectureandedesign #rocagallery

The practice of emotional design isn't new, but I'm confident we're going to see an increase in its application in the years ahead. I shared with Newsweek that today homeowners are more frequently outlining their vision of home from a place of feeling, detailing the emotional goals for a space before outlining what it might actually look like. Check out more on the 8 architectural trends the publication predicts are on the rise here: https://lnkd.in/gjMzW4Tu