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Design impacts both social and economic value to a community, but how do you measure and track it? The RIBA Social Value Toolkit has the answer. The Toolkit makes it easy to evaluate and demonstrate the impact of design on people and communities. A research project by the University of Reading provided the evidence for the Toolkit. “Social value is created when buildings, places, and infrastructure support environmental, economic and social wellbeing to improve people’s quality of life.” (UK Green Building Council). See link for my overview and the toolkit.

"...it suggested value as an alternative to cost. Its proposition was that spreading dignity, promoting equity, inspiring pride in its residents — all this would pay for itself in the long run." ☝ These words resonate strongly for me. Via Verde is a paragon project for what affordable housing should be. This focus piece on the design, post-occupancy, and policy impacts is a great read. https://lnkd.in/e6Rx5Rz8 #affordablehousing #architecture #publicpolicy #sustainablearchitecture

Building for the Future, New perspectives on how technology and innovation converge to help solve housing. New Blog from DCH #dch #homebuilding #development #sustainabledevelopment #innovationinhousing https://lnkd.in/e64KYkJN

𝗗𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀: 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 There is enough space to build hundreds of thousands of new homes in post-WWII parts of Dutch towns and cities, according to research by a Dutch architects’ office on behalf of the country’s housing corporations.  The researchers said they had identified locations for 26,000 new homes in a quick scan of Amsterdam, The Hague, Almere and 10 other towns, and that building work could be carried out in tandem with an upgrade of residential areas that were built at least 40 years ago. The research focused on... 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐡𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐬://𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐞.𝐜𝐨𝐦/𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝-𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞-𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞-𝐟𝐨𝐫-𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬-𝐨𝐟-𝐧𝐞𝐰-𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬-𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡/

Imagine a world where every new home tells a story of resilience, innovation, and harmony with nature. Recently, a development in Sussex has become the symbol of such a world. The Phoenix project isn't just about constructing houses; it's about redefining what it means to build a community from the ashes of the past. It's a testament to how architecture can embrace the environment, ensuring that every brick laid contributes positively to the local ecosystem and the broader fight against climate change. This initiative goes beyond the norm. It's a bold statement that in the face of global challenges, we can rise, innovate, and create spaces that don't just serve us but also respect the planet we call home. But here's the thing: it's not just the task of architects and developers. It's a call to action for all of us. Whether you're in construction, design, finance, or any other sector, there's a role for you to play in this transformative journey. It's about bringing your unique skills to the table and working together towards a future where every development project is a step towards sustainability. Let's take inspiration from the Phoenix project. Let's challenge ourselves to think outside the conventional box, to innovate, and to contribute to a future where our homes are not just spaces to live in but are also part of the solution to our planet's most pressing issues. How can you contribute to revolutionizing your industry today? Let's discuss and inspire each other to build a better tomorrow. https://lnkd.in/ec4xvPsJ

https://lnkd.in/eP9_H-9S Lately I've been reading some of the books from RIBA Publishing and they are really good stuff. "Radical Housing: Designing Multi-Generational and Co-Living Housing for All" dives deep into innovative housing solutions, showing how we can create spaces that cater to diverse needs and generations. The book is packed with cool ideas and practical examples, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the future of housing design. So, if you're interested in the whole multi-generational housing design concept, give this book a try! #RIBA #architecture #design #designbooks #architecturbooks

“Our goal as architects is not to limit carbon emissions. It is to come up with an idea of architecture that is not intrinsically dependent on some form of exploitation.” In re-imagining housing, we must also re-imagine architecture.” joseph grima qouted in the brilliant report on Modern Housing as an environmental common good by Dan Hill and Mariana Mazzucato. Its our joint task to use design as a world maker (rather than in service to world breakers) and move from despair to repair and ultimately reimagine 🍀 https://lnkd.in/df_urXyd

👀 What a great example of city collaboration that other cities could learn from: The cities of Vancouver and Vienna have joined forces to create sustainable affordable housing, using prefabricated mass timber and light-frame-wood components. 🇦🇹 🤝 🇨🇦 In 2018, the City of Vienna and the City of Vancouver officially kicked off their collaboration by signing a ‘Memorandum of Cooperation’ during Urban Future., that would see the two cities share knowledge, to make advances in the building of low-carbon, affordable housing. What? 👉 ‘Vienna House’ in Vancouver, and ‘Vancouver House’ in Vienna. Two innovative housing developments that focus on sustainability, affordability and energy efficiency. 10% of the ‘near zero-emissions’ units will be accessible for people living with disabilities, and all units will be adaptable. Why? 👉 Vienna is a world leader in innovative high-performance social housing solutions. The goal is to create a blueprint for how new houses could and should be built, that can then be replicated. How? 👉 A knowledge-sharing collaboration is in place between the two cities. The University of British Columbia extensively documented the project during its design phase. Each city is bringing its own expertise, experience, and resources to the project. When? 👉 Construction work has just begun in Vancouver and is expected to follow in the coming years in Vienna. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dXSM57Sv BC Housing | More Than a Roof Group of Societies | Natural Resources Canada | Ressources naturelles Canada | Nicole Mothes | Madreiter Thomas | Angelique Pilon | Linda Nowlan #sustainabledevelopment #sustainablebuilding #transformingcommunities #lowemissions #affordablehousing

What we all could learn from architects and designers: "better use of housing land, develop at double densities, and replace car dominance with child-centred, convivial neighbourhoods" and use existing assets to develop communities through a strong sense of place. https://lnkd.in/gCPiuwWu

Learn Architecture like never before from most engaging online courses at Eduwik.com The Future of Living: Experimental Housing Concepts Read Full Article>https://ow.ly/tmi450S9q5o With time, the process of city expansion and population growth amplifies, which entails the demand for conventional housing models to not only keep up with the changing requirements but also respond to the ongoing call for creative solutions. #realestate #hotelsandmotels #sustainability #housing #graphicdesign