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This is just a point of view. With a great respect towards all scientific jobs done in this case.🙏 As a university lecturer and a professional, I have been reviewing something in my mind for some time. Something that hurts, but it is a bitter reality. During these years, when I was involved with discussions in the fields of energy and architecture, sustainable architecture, the quality of interior space and similar topics, a key question bothered my mind. Why do we lack theorists and philosophers in these fields? Perhaps the biggest scientific gap in the field of sustainable architecture and green architecture and similar topics is theological theories. For modern architecture, Le Corbusier and Mies van der Rohe and others presented theories of modern architecture in the form of philosophical discussions, where people like Charles Jencks, Bernard Chomi and... drew postmodern; Where people like Zaha Hadid and Peter Eisenman objectively turned deconstraction into a form; No one has done this for sustainable architecture, energy optimization in architecture and similar topics. It can be boldly said that with all the respect to the experimental work that has been done regarding sustainable architecture, a philosophical and theoretical view has not yet been presented in this regard sharply. Maybe it's time that after a mountain of articles and experimental works, someone philosophically draws the framework of sustainable architecture, green architecture, zero energy architecture, etc. Maybe it's time for universities that train doctoral students in this regard to train theorists instead of specialists.

Great to be working with Fadi Shayya, to share such innovative student knowledge exchange linked to his research. Check it out on our blog

Compilation of Academic Works - Master’s in Landscape Architecture During my Master’s program in Landscape Architecture at CEPT University, I undertook a comprehensive exploration of research-based design solutions, resulting in a diverse compilation of academic works. This body of work highlights my dedication to merging theoretical insights with practical applications to address contemporary landscape challenges. Key aspects of my academic portfolio include: Innovative Design Solutions: Projects that integrate cutting-edge research with creative design approaches to address environmental and social issues. Sustainable Practices: Research focused on sustainable design methodologies and their impact on urban and rural landscapes. Case Studies and Analysis: In-depth studies of various landscape interventions, including their effectiveness and adaptability in different contexts. Interdisciplinary Approaches: Exploration of how landscape architecture intersects with other fields such as urban planning, environmental science, and social dynamics. This compilation reflects my commitment to advancing the field of landscape architecture through rigorous research and imaginative design. It showcases my ability to translate complex theoretical concepts into practical, impactful solutions. Feel free to explore my academic works for a deeper insight into my approach and contributions to the field.

Juliette poses such an interesting question below. That is: "Why aren't we - as a society - talking more about the importance of good design?" ... and I've been thinking about this very deeply lately. I think the reason why we - as a society - aren’t talking more about it is that most people don’t have the language or knowledge to be able to: a) appreciate that design can make a difference, b) understand that it doesn’t have to cost more (although it might do) to design something well, and c) demand better places and spaces. Our brains are wired to use the least amount of energy for thinking and processing, and will choose the easiest and fastest option as the default. Design-thinking takes mental processing time and bandwidth, and architects and landscape architects have years of practice of using these deep critical thinking processes, which means they don’t shy away from the mental effort involved (in fact they thrive on it!). The downside is that most have never learned how to communicate the complexity of those thought processes to people who don’t have the same training, hence the gulf. I’ve been thinking deeply about this today - I’m listening to Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman - and the light bulb moments are coming thick and fast at the moment. Do you have ideas to share about why people - the general public, as it were - don't demand more of their places and spaces in a design sense? #architecture #architects #designthinking #thinkingfastandslow

Buildings matter! Architecture matters! Landscape matters!   I’ve been going round university open days with my son, and there’s a lot to think about.   Yes, the course matters and the teaching matters.   But something else matters too: the buildings and the spaces around them.   Because it’s the buildings and spaces which make a place. And some places make you feel good, while others don’t. I work with architects so there's nothing surprising to me about any of this, but why aren’t we – as a society, as humans – talking more about this stuff?   ************** PS In my day, parents didn’t go on university visits – you went on your own – but times have changed. Now open days seem to be as much for the parents as for the students. Why is that? Is it because going to university costs so much more? #architecture #buildings #landscape #universities

Students and professionals of design and architecture, take note! Important quote ahead. In 1930, during a meeting of the International Congresses of Modern Architecture, an organization that promoted resolving social problems through architecture and urbanism (indeed, modernist architects were essentially the first technosolutionists, but I digress), Le Corbusier, the leader of the organization, made the following statement: "Contemporary architecture and, still more, urban planning are closely connected with social problems. We should keep abreast of these developments through our own investigations, but I strongly urge that we steer clear of political and social problems in our meetings. They are extremely complex and, moreover, raise further economic problems. We are not qualified to discuss these difficult subjects." We know, or should know by now, that the modernist project of developing mass housing, such as the Unité d’Habitation in Marseille, to address social problems was not only a failure but also that these "machines for living" compounded pre-existing issues beyond housing shortages, including unemployment, criminality, and health problems. Social problems cannot be resolved through architecture, or by any technology alone, for that matter. In hindsight, Le Corbusier's call to his peers to “steer clear of political and social problems” was terrible. Oversimplification and an emphasis on technical rationality have proven to be self-defeating. Politics and social science are certainly "difficult subjects" as Le Corbusier said. However, this does not mean that we should throw our hands in the air and avoid addressing these topics in our work and professional discussions, as he insisted. The work is indeed too vast, but as the Talmud scholars wrote long ago: "It is not your duty to finish the work, but neither are you at liberty to neglect it."

It’s the final week to submit your abstract or workshop proposal to the 7th International Symposium on Formal Methods in Architecture.   This year’s symposium is a joint collaboration between the Architecture and Design Research Laboratory at Porto Higher Arts School and the Portuguese Order of Architects – North Regional Section. We hope you’ll join us in Porto, between the 3rd and 6th of December, to discuss the connection between formal methods and architectural practice and how to bridge the gap between scientific endeavours and practical applications in everyday architectural work. Recognizing that architecture and urbanism requires both technological and artistic approaches, the 7th Symposium will address current challenges in these fields, including production, sustainability, design, representation, communication, and heritage. The potential and limitations of using formal methods to address these challenges will also be explored. Researchers, professionals, and students in the fields of architecture, urbanism, landscape design, civil engineering, and computer science are invited to attend. We invite the submission of research proposals that enhance and advance these and related themes using novel or established methodologies, case studies, theoretical and historical perspectives, analytical experiments, and other methods. We encourage contributions from a diverse range of fields, including proposals that explore non-traditional formats (e.g., artistic, performative, demonstrative, etc.).   In proposing a topic as broad as formal methods in architecture, we aim to facilitate the exchange and generation of knowledge through interdisciplinary communication.   Submit an abstract: https://lnkd.in/dxaQguFu Submit a workshop proposal: https://lnkd.in/dDw9z8hU   Learn more about the symposium, its previous editions and publications: https://lnkd.in/gGz5j_42

Interested in how Iowa State preserves its rich architectural history? Read my new article to learn what the university does to maintain our historic buildings! https://lnkd.in/ethJrE5S

We need more programs like this. Most dual landscape architecture degrees are with architecture. There is little to no overlap in design and engineering faculties in most universities, so programs like this are more difficult to set up. But that also probably makes them more valuable. Let’s see more creative thinking from academia to better prepare graduates for the emerging realities of tomorrow. #landscapearchitecture

How should we understand the impact of war on the buildings, cities, and communities of Ukraine? What forms of international expertise can contribute to a future reconstruction led by Ukrainians, and how? This week Oksana Chabanyuk convenes this conversation with Oleg Drozov, Christina E. Crawford, PhD, MArch, Matias del Campo, Andrew Herscher, Iryna Matsevko, and others at Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning, University of Michigan