Pioneering Sustainable Design: Vivian Manasc on Green Building Movements, Design Collaboration, and Leadership in Architecture

Voices of Leadership: Insights and Inspirations from Women Leaders

On today’s episode, we talk with Vivian Manasc, an architect and pioneer in the green building movement. She is the Founding Principal at Reimagine, an architectural firm dedicated to collaboration, joy, creativity, and sustainability.
We explore Vivian's passion for sustainable design, her philosophy of optimism, and her unwavering dedication to fostering environments where community and creativity flourish. We also talk about how our Grandmothers were right.
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Key Takeaways:

• Repurposing existing buildings is crucial for sustainability and reducing carbon emissions.
• The green building movement requires a paradigm shift to prioritize sustainability and reduce the demolition of buildings.
• Optimism and the belief in the world of possibilities are essential for overcoming obstacles and finding creative solutions.
• Women in leadership roles in architecture still face challenges, but tenacity and envisioning the future can lead to success.

Books by Vivian Manasc
Old Stories, New Ways: Conversations About an Architecture Inspired by Indigenous Ways of Knowing
Agora Borealis: Engaging in Sustainable Architecture

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Chapters

1. Women Leaders in Architecture and Sustainability (00:00:00)

2. Designing With Communities for Sustainability (00:04:34)

3. The Future of Green Building Movement (00:19:34)

4. Reimagining Existing Buildings for Sustainability (00:30:21)