This document summarizes an AIA workshop on community resilience and urban challenges. It discusses trends like globalization, inequality, climate change and governance crises. It emphasizes the importance of participatory design and facilitative leadership skills to address these issues. The document advocates training a new generation of "citizen architects" through curriculum that empowers communities and instills values of democratic and collaborative urban planning. It provides examples of past AIA projects that transformed cities through community-driven design processes.
Presentation to the AIAS Grassroots conference, Washington, DC, July 2015 covering global issues, the designer democracy challenge, and inspiring community case studies that demonstrate the collective impact of community collaboration.
Is it possible for a big society to be a fair society? This presentation, given at the VONNE policy forum on 22 October, explores some of the dilemmas.
This presentation was developed for a guest lecture at QUT in April 2009 for a subject about cultural futures. It asks the question, 'how are we to live?' and considers urban innovation and creativity. However, it does not really attempt to answer that question.
Presentation to the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) North America Conference in Winnipeg on the design assistance progress, it's adapted models, and how it applies to a variety of community settings.
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo (...Titta Lassila
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo. Ecology and management of urban green space, Helsinki Summer School, University of Helsinki 2013.
Presentation to the AIAS Grassroots conference, Washington, DC, July 2015 covering global issues, the designer democracy challenge, and inspiring community case studies that demonstrate the collective impact of community collaboration.
Is it possible for a big society to be a fair society? This presentation, given at the VONNE policy forum on 22 October, explores some of the dilemmas.
This presentation was developed for a guest lecture at QUT in April 2009 for a subject about cultural futures. It asks the question, 'how are we to live?' and considers urban innovation and creativity. However, it does not really attempt to answer that question.
Presentation to the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) North America Conference in Winnipeg on the design assistance progress, it's adapted models, and how it applies to a variety of community settings.
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo (...Titta Lassila
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo. Ecology and management of urban green space, Helsinki Summer School, University of Helsinki 2013.
Crowdfunding for Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation - PrefaceWalter Vassallo
Today, millions of people are bakers, in 2020 there will be billions in “Third Industrial Revolution”.
Crowdfunding for Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation is the first all-round, most relevant and comprehensive book on crowdfunding which involves prestigious worldwide experts on crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, crowd-innovation, crowd-economy.
It is the latest pivotal source to enhance opportunities and benefits from the use of crowdfunding in modern society. The book is addressed to a wide audience which encompass: students, researchers, citizens and general public, entrepreneurs, startups, associations, cooperatives, public institutions and policy makers. It is an interdisciplinary publication that counts numerous research contributions from a wide variety of disciplines including applied sciences, information technology and innovation, sociology, marketing, economics, law, policy and regulatory frameworks. By reading this book anyone can become a “visionary thinker”, one who knows how to translate trends and changes into unique opportunities. The book is not limited to innovation. Innovation is a driver which results in a positive change, that makes life better. The book provides a precise view of the World to come, a broad view of the Knowledge Era in which we live, in order to understand the changes taking place to grasp opportunities and advantages.
https://www.igi-global.com/book/crowdfunding-sustainable-entrepreneurship-innovation/147126
This handbook will serve as a guide for use by municipal leaders in future public space projects laying out 10 best practices for public space projects. These 10 facets of the Placemaking approach illustrate the process that PPS and UN-Habitat have undertaken together, and demonstrate the effectiveness of such global partnerships in sustainable urban development through networks such as SUD-Net.
UN-Habitat has been developing a vision for public space. PPS has taken this vision as a starting point and has expanded it to incorporate case study narratives describing the impact of the Placemaking process in nearly a dozen cities throughout the Global South. The goal is to bring Placemaking to bear in the development of public space on a global scale.
UN-Habitat plans to use this document as a template for other public space projects and will share these tools, examples, and processes with other cities for them to then adopt for their own public space projects. This is a draft that will continue to evolve and be expanded over time to incorporate the outcomes of additional joint Placemaking initiatives.
Megacities may be congested and complex but they are also among the planet’s most exciting places to live. They have proven effective in stimulating creativity, innovation and economic development; factors that often lead to improved quality of life.
A new report, The Next Age of Megacities takes a closer look at how the largest cities in the world can use ICT to address their evolving challenges in a holistic, proactive and collaborative way, through a city management model.
Last year, Ericsson published a report, The Three Ages of Megacities that looked at how the maturity level of a city can help identify the most appropriate ICT solutions.
We are very pleased to share the full report from our Future of Cities project – now available as PDF on SlideShare and as digital print via Amazon.
As previously shared in PPT format (https://www.slideshare.net/futureagenda2/future-of-cities-2017-summary), this is the detailed synthesis of insights gained from multiple discussions around the world. It brings together views on how cities are changing from a wide range of experts from 12 workshops undertaken over the past 2 years in Beirut, Christchurch, Delhi, Dubai, Guayaquil, Mumbai, Singapore, London, Toronto and Vienna.
Cities are where most of us choose to live, work and interact with others. As a result they are where innovation happens, where most ideas form and from which economic growth largely stems. They are also where significant problems can first emerge and where challenges are magnified.
This report explores some of the common challenges found in urban areas such as managing migration, countering inequality and sustainable scaling; highlights shared ambitions of having healthier, accessible and more intelligent cities; and also details some of the emerging concerns around creating cities that are safe, resilient and open to broader collaboration.
As a compilation of thoughts and ideas from a host of experts we would foremost like to thank all of the many workshop participants for their input. Without your views we would not be able to curate this synthesis. In addition we would also like to thank others who have added in extra content, shared reports and reviewed the core document. We hope that this reflects all your varied perspectives.
Going forward, we also hope that this will be of use to those leading cities, designing new districts, developing policy and exploring opportunities for urban innovation. We know that several cities are already using the insights as stimulus for challenging strategy and stimulating innovation. In addition, linking into to another Growth Agenda driven project looking at the Worlds Most Innovative Cities (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/innovation-hot-spots-countries-vs-cities-tim-jones), this is also being used as part of events designed to help future leaders identify how and where they can make most impact.
As with all Future Agenda open foresight projects the output is shared under Creative Commons (Non Commercial) and so we trust that you may find it useful. This PDF on slideshare can be freely downloaded and shared. If you want to print out the report, the easiest way is to order a digital hardcopy via Amazon (for which they unfortunately charge a fee) but this is a quick and high quality print.
Panel organized for the RECAST conference in Santa Fe, marking the 20th anniversary of the public process that created the Santa Fe Railyard Redevelopment. Panelists included: Joel Mills, Cheryl Morgan, Erin Simmons, and Thea Crum. The panel explored issues facing cities today and multiple democratic methodologies (participatory budgeting, democratic urbanism) for city building.
Crowdfunding for Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation - PrefaceWalter Vassallo
Today, millions of people are bakers, in 2020 there will be billions in “Third Industrial Revolution”.
Crowdfunding for Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation is the first all-round, most relevant and comprehensive book on crowdfunding which involves prestigious worldwide experts on crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, crowd-innovation, crowd-economy.
It is the latest pivotal source to enhance opportunities and benefits from the use of crowdfunding in modern society. The book is addressed to a wide audience which encompass: students, researchers, citizens and general public, entrepreneurs, startups, associations, cooperatives, public institutions and policy makers. It is an interdisciplinary publication that counts numerous research contributions from a wide variety of disciplines including applied sciences, information technology and innovation, sociology, marketing, economics, law, policy and regulatory frameworks. By reading this book anyone can become a “visionary thinker”, one who knows how to translate trends and changes into unique opportunities. The book is not limited to innovation. Innovation is a driver which results in a positive change, that makes life better. The book provides a precise view of the World to come, a broad view of the Knowledge Era in which we live, in order to understand the changes taking place to grasp opportunities and advantages.
https://www.igi-global.com/book/crowdfunding-sustainable-entrepreneurship-innovation/147126
This handbook will serve as a guide for use by municipal leaders in future public space projects laying out 10 best practices for public space projects. These 10 facets of the Placemaking approach illustrate the process that PPS and UN-Habitat have undertaken together, and demonstrate the effectiveness of such global partnerships in sustainable urban development through networks such as SUD-Net.
UN-Habitat has been developing a vision for public space. PPS has taken this vision as a starting point and has expanded it to incorporate case study narratives describing the impact of the Placemaking process in nearly a dozen cities throughout the Global South. The goal is to bring Placemaking to bear in the development of public space on a global scale.
UN-Habitat plans to use this document as a template for other public space projects and will share these tools, examples, and processes with other cities for them to then adopt for their own public space projects. This is a draft that will continue to evolve and be expanded over time to incorporate the outcomes of additional joint Placemaking initiatives.
Megacities may be congested and complex but they are also among the planet’s most exciting places to live. They have proven effective in stimulating creativity, innovation and economic development; factors that often lead to improved quality of life.
A new report, The Next Age of Megacities takes a closer look at how the largest cities in the world can use ICT to address their evolving challenges in a holistic, proactive and collaborative way, through a city management model.
Last year, Ericsson published a report, The Three Ages of Megacities that looked at how the maturity level of a city can help identify the most appropriate ICT solutions.
We are very pleased to share the full report from our Future of Cities project – now available as PDF on SlideShare and as digital print via Amazon.
As previously shared in PPT format (https://www.slideshare.net/futureagenda2/future-of-cities-2017-summary), this is the detailed synthesis of insights gained from multiple discussions around the world. It brings together views on how cities are changing from a wide range of experts from 12 workshops undertaken over the past 2 years in Beirut, Christchurch, Delhi, Dubai, Guayaquil, Mumbai, Singapore, London, Toronto and Vienna.
Cities are where most of us choose to live, work and interact with others. As a result they are where innovation happens, where most ideas form and from which economic growth largely stems. They are also where significant problems can first emerge and where challenges are magnified.
This report explores some of the common challenges found in urban areas such as managing migration, countering inequality and sustainable scaling; highlights shared ambitions of having healthier, accessible and more intelligent cities; and also details some of the emerging concerns around creating cities that are safe, resilient and open to broader collaboration.
As a compilation of thoughts and ideas from a host of experts we would foremost like to thank all of the many workshop participants for their input. Without your views we would not be able to curate this synthesis. In addition we would also like to thank others who have added in extra content, shared reports and reviewed the core document. We hope that this reflects all your varied perspectives.
Going forward, we also hope that this will be of use to those leading cities, designing new districts, developing policy and exploring opportunities for urban innovation. We know that several cities are already using the insights as stimulus for challenging strategy and stimulating innovation. In addition, linking into to another Growth Agenda driven project looking at the Worlds Most Innovative Cities (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/innovation-hot-spots-countries-vs-cities-tim-jones), this is also being used as part of events designed to help future leaders identify how and where they can make most impact.
As with all Future Agenda open foresight projects the output is shared under Creative Commons (Non Commercial) and so we trust that you may find it useful. This PDF on slideshare can be freely downloaded and shared. If you want to print out the report, the easiest way is to order a digital hardcopy via Amazon (for which they unfortunately charge a fee) but this is a quick and high quality print.
Panel organized for the RECAST conference in Santa Fe, marking the 20th anniversary of the public process that created the Santa Fe Railyard Redevelopment. Panelists included: Joel Mills, Cheryl Morgan, Erin Simmons, and Thea Crum. The panel explored issues facing cities today and multiple democratic methodologies (participatory budgeting, democratic urbanism) for city building.
Presentation to the Regional/Urban Design Committee Symposium, "Mind the Gap: The Future of Urban Design Education," at the American Institute of Architects, Jan 2019.
Workshop presentation to the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) annual conference in Montreal framing a discussion about how to spread good P2 practice.
Foreign Policy for an Urban World: Global Governance and the Rise of Citiesatlanticcouncil
In the latest FutureScape issue brief from the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security's Strategic Foresight Initiative, author Peter Engelke discusses the long-term economic, environmental, and policy implications of urbanization. Entitled "Foreign Policy for an Urban World: Global Governance and the Rise of Cities," the brief examines how urbanization is hastening the global diffusion of power and how cities themselves are increasingly important nodes of power in global politics.
In this edition of Y we begin by discussing with
Gehl Architects how cities have changed in the
last twenty years and where they are heading
now. Our chairman Mike Cook chats with world
renowned product designer Dick Powell on just
what makes a good designer and engineer and
how education plays its part in shaping these
people. We speak with Majora Carter,
an urban regeneration aficionado from
New York, about her work in the Bronx and
greening the ghetto. And we delve into the
shifting sands of higher education and take
a look at the current landscape that our urban
youth are navigating.
The final presentation of the AIA national design team from its community process in Savannah, Georgia. The team focused on the Canal District and neighborhoods of West Savannah by working in a community driven process led by the Ivory Bay Development Corporation, neighborhood organizations, and elected leaders.
"Strengthening the City's Civic Spine: The Future of Court Avenue," is the final presentation of the American Institute of Architects Sustainable Design Assessment Team to the community of Jeffersonville, Indiana. A national team of volunteer professionals worked with the community through a 3-day public process to produce a community-driven strategy for the area.
Keynote address given to University of South Florida on the occasion of World Health Day, addressing global urbanization and its impact on global health as well as participatory urban design and its contribution to healthy cities.
Vinalhaven, Maine hosted a Design & Resilience Team (DART) in October 2017 to produce a strategy on adaptation to sea-level rise, downtown revitalization, and livability.
The American Institute of Architects' Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) presentation to the Helper, Utah community following a 3 day public process to build revitalization strategies.
The American Institute of Architects and Urban Sustainability Directors Network partnered with the community of Dubuque, Iowa to produce a strategy on climate and resilience in the context of equity and health.
Presentation to the American Planning Association's National Planning Conference, New York City, May 2017. Presenters Wayne Feiden, Joel Mills, Eva Hull.
The final presentation of the Reimagine Dublin One process. From March 9-13, 2017 an American and Irish team of professionals worked with the Dublin One community to develop a series of regeneration strategies for the neighborhood.
Final presentation of the American Institute of Architects' Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) to the community of Oakland, Maryland on strategies for downtown revitalization. November 2016.
The American Institute of Architects and New England Municipal Sustainability Network convened a Design & Resilience Team with Belchertown, MA to focus on the future of the town.
Final Report of the Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) on the revitalization strategy for the Russell neighborhood and Ali Blvd corridor in Louisville, KY.
Dive into the innovative world of smart garages with our insightful presentation, "Exploring the Future of Smart Garages." This comprehensive guide covers the latest advancements in garage technology, including automated systems, smart security features, energy efficiency solutions, and seamless integration with smart home ecosystems. Learn how these technologies are transforming traditional garages into high-tech, efficient spaces that enhance convenience, safety, and sustainability.
Ideal for homeowners, tech enthusiasts, and industry professionals, this presentation provides valuable insights into the trends, benefits, and future developments in smart garage technology. Stay ahead of the curve with our expert analysis and practical tips on implementing smart garage solutions.
Between Filth and Fortune- Urban Cattle Foraging Realities by Devi S Nair, An...Mansi Shah
This study examines cattle rearing in urban and rural settings, focusing on milk production and consumption. By exploring a case in Ahmedabad, it highlights the challenges and processes in dairy farming across different environments, emphasising the need for sustainable practices and the essential role of milk in daily consumption.
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Transforming Brand Perception and Boosting Profitabilityaaryangarg12
In today's digital era, the dynamics of brand perception, consumer behavior, and profitability have been profoundly reshaped by the synergy of branding, social media, and website design. This research paper investigates the transformative power of these elements in influencing how individuals perceive brands and products and how this transformation can be harnessed to drive sales and profitability for businesses.
Through an exploration of brand psychology and consumer behavior, this study sheds light on the intricate ways in which effective branding strategies, strategic social media engagement, and user-centric website design contribute to altering consumers' perceptions. We delve into the principles that underlie successful brand transformations, examining how visual identity, messaging, and storytelling can captivate and resonate with target audiences.
Methodologically, this research employs a comprehensive approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses. Real-world case studies illustrate the impact of branding, social media campaigns, and website redesigns on consumer perception, sales figures, and profitability. We assess the various metrics, including brand awareness, customer engagement, conversion rates, and revenue growth, to measure the effectiveness of these strategies.
The results underscore the pivotal role of cohesive branding, social media influence, and website usability in shaping positive brand perceptions, influencing consumer decisions, and ultimately bolstering sales and profitability. This paper provides actionable insights and strategic recommendations for businesses seeking to leverage branding, social media, and website design as potent tools to enhance their market position and financial success.
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White Wonder by Eva Tschopp
A tale about our culture around the use of fertilizers and pesticides visiting small farms around Ahmedabad in Matar and Shilaj.
5. “The Earth is so hot this year that a limit for global
warming agreed by world leaders at a climate summit
in Paris just a few months ago is in danger of being
breached.” - Reuters
11. Global Crisis in Governance
Recent Urban Protests across the world – A (Dated) Sample
12. The Fight for Urban Democracy
demagogues: Public Relations
• Sponsors decide on a course of
action and then attempt to sell
it to the public.
• people can feel manipulated
and suspicious
• often hinders them from
thinking effectively about
problems and challenges
because it avoids exposing
them to the full dialogue.
• PR seeks “buy-in”
democrats: Public Participation
• Sponsors engage public on the
front end in dialogue to help
understand the pros and cons
of different actions and seek
input, consultation,
involvement, collaboration
• Builds common understanding
of the issue and decision by
hearing and understanding all
viewpoints and information
• P2 seeks meaningful
involvement
13.
14. “The city is telling you want it wants, you just
have to listen.” – David Lewis
32. We are all faced with a series of historic
opportunities, brilliantly disguised as insoluble
problems. – John W. Gardner
33. It’s a simple truth, and this is why curriculum is
so important: The world needs design
leadership, now more than ever. The world
needs architects. Your time is now.
Sao Paulo, Brazil
35. We don’t know what we don’t
know
• 20yrs from now, we will look back on today’s
practice and laugh at its lack of sophistication.
• Millennial values are going to define a new
direction, a more democratic, participatory,
collaborative approach
• And kids represent the future.
• …BUT, we have much to share and build upon!
37. “Paradoxically, what is most needed to achieve Jane
Jacobs’s vision is to deploy a Robert Moses strategy—
redesigning our streets quickly and decisively for an
increasingly urban age, this time committed to
accommodating population growth and offering
residents more options for getting around without a
car.”
38. Today’s Context Emphasizes…
• The Importance of Urban Design
• The Importance of Participatory Design Skills
• The Importance of Facilitative Leadership Skills
• The technical knowledge around energy, land use
regulation, architecture, and other core components
39. “The biggest problem is the understanding of what
urban design is… the urban community has become
lost in strategic planning, masterplanning, zoning and
landscaping … All these have their own purposes, of
course – but they don’t address the principal
question, which is the relationship in a city between
public space and buildable space. This is the art and
science of building cities – and until we recover this
basic knowledge, we will continue to make huge
mistakes … Huge mistakes.” – Joan Clos, UNHABITAT
40. The citizen architect
“To get to the future from where we are now, we must make
room for, and nurture, what I call the “citizen architect.” What
does this citizen architect look like? This person is committed
to universal enfranchisement, and works to see that everyone
in the community is given a meaningful stake in, and a part in
directing, the future. The citizen architect is committed to
seeing that, at the drafting table, the public’s hand exerts at
least as much force as the developer’s or banker’s. The
practice of architecture must no longer be seen as a luxury that
only the wealthy can afford. The public must be a vital part of
the process. Architecture is the most public of the arts. It
should be collaborative.” - Ted Pappas, President of the AIA,
1988
41. “We’re not going to rebuild our cities
from the top down. We must build
them from the bottom UP!” – David
Lewis, FAIA
42. This work has a context, a history
Charles Harper, FAIA Terrance Brown, FAIA
43. There is a legacy to build upon…
“I look forward to FEMA’s continued
partnership with the AIA and its REDAT group.
Hopefully, the volunteerism exhibited by
architects will influence other professions to
join our noble cause.” - James Lee Witt, FEMA
Director, October 15, 1996
44. And AIA has never had more
resources or capacity than it does
right now
45. If you want to understand the future,
ask the kids
46. This is all part of a tradition that
continues…
52. R/UDAT: Community Collaboration
• “The coalition of communities
and organizations that have
come together behind this
grant is incredibly impressive. I
think we all know we are
working in an environment of
finite resources, so from a
federal standpoint it is always
extraordinarily helpful to see a
large commitment from the
local community, the private
and public sector and the
region as a whole behind one
project.” – Federal official
55. Remaking Cities Congress, 2013
“Thank you and the American Institute of
Architects for all you have done to help move
Birmingham forward.” – Mayor William Bell
57. “It was definitely a weekend, that looking back on it, changed my
life in terms of how I see my degree and where that can take me, and
how architecture can impact a community and lives, and how it can
actually be a real asset to a community.” – Fuller Hanan, former
Auburn student
59. “For all its fury in tearing things apart, the tornado — for the first
time in many decades — built a bridge across the Cumberland and
brought our entire city together.” – Mayor
Community Narrative: From the “wrong side of the river”
to…..1998 Tornado disaster to…..catalytic R/UDAT bringing
over 1,000 people together from across the city into East
Nashville for the first time….to transformation.
63. The bottom line
These are not communities that just experienced
terrible events and recovered. They have and are
transforming into something that is an incredible
manifestation of community. That is a profound
illustration of the power of architecture in today’s
world….and these community experiences are
building citizen architects who can lead the future!
67. It’s not just about what skills you think
the next generation of leaders need.
What values do you want the next
generation to hold? This gets to the
core of what it means to be an
architect in the 21st century.
Your mission today
68. Curriculum is about building the
narrative of the future
We need to instill the values of democratic
urbanism, and the corollary skillsets around
facilitative leadership and urban design to build
the greatest generation of city designers the
world has ever seen.