412. Cities for Youth - Jens Aerts

Safa Charafi, Founder and CEO of Urban Inclusion, challenges Eurocentric and colonial approaches to urban planning, arguing for cities shaped by local knowledge, lived experience, and fairer power structures. The conversation explores how dominant Western models have erased indig ...  Show more

Audio note: Recorded in a busy event hall. Some background noise remains, despite AI-based noise reduction.Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur and former Executive Director of UN-Habitat, shares her perspective on what it really means to build a smart city today.The conve ...  Show more

Join us for an inspiring episode as we chat with Jeff LoPilato, co-founder of Planet People Studio! 🌿 Jeff and his team are passionate about creating innovative design solutions that make a positive impact on both people and the planet. We'll dive into the world of sustai ...

This week I have the pleasure to be speaking with Jesse Tarr who is the founder and president of CityPermits. City Permits was established in 2009 as a small company consisting of 2-3 employees and has since grown exponentially over the past decade. Their mission is to provide pr ...  Show more

In this engaging podcast episode, architectural photographer Tobin Davies shares insights into the significance of quality architectural photography for firms. Through anecdotes and experiences, he highlights the profound impact of striking visuals on a firm's portfolio and onlin ...  Show more

Architects often battle with the challenge of balancing creative vision with practical business needs, a pain point that Sam Nunes, founding partner of WRNS Studio, addresses in this captivating podcast. He explores how architects can navigate these complexities while maintain ...