Best Cityplanning Podcasts (2024)

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#413 - Advice for Clients: Working with an Architect 1:05:35

7h ago1:05:35

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This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share their advice for clients working with architects. They discussed finding the right architect; effective communication with architects; respecting the process; remaining open-minded; bringing good energy and professionalism to the project; ego and creativity; and more. This episode is su…

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On Migrant Labour Housing in India / Bandhu (Rushil and Jacob) 41:18

5d ago41:18

41:18

Bandhu is an AI driven urban-tech startup that is solving for India’s rapid urbanization by enabling low-income workers to access urban jobs along with housing and thereby directly addressing the roadblocks that rural migrants face while entering the urban workforce. Rushil Palavajjhala is Co-founder and CEO of Bandhu, and holds a Master’s degree i…

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#412 - Muyiwa Oki, President of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) 1:22:14

1h ago1:22:14

1:22:14

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Muyiwa Oki, President of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) from 2023-25 and a senior Architect at Mace. The three discussed Muyiwa’s background and influence; his education in Architecture; his early career; his responsibility as the president of RIBA; architects …

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460. Share your story at Placemaking Week EU in Rotterdam 2:47

41m ago2:47

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Book a 30 min podcast session now, email Mustafa on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@mustafasherif.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Urbanistica Podcast, hosted by urbanist Mustafa Sherif, spotlights placemakers by exploring their projects, challenges, and passions. With listeners from 140 countries, the show features special episodes from Placemaking We…

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459. Open House Europe - ⁠Martynas Germanavičius⁠ and Joanna Messmer⁠ 52:59

2d ago52:59

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Martynas Germanavičius (International project manager, head of Open House EU, Lithuania) and Joanna Messmer (Executive officer - Open House Stockholm, Sweden) We are talking about Open House EU. Open House Europe is a cooperation project that connects different Open House festival organisers across Europe and enables their collaboration and knowled…

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#411 - Communicating Architecture to Clients 1:05:34

8d ago1:05:34

1:05:34

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the topic of communication in architecture. The two covered architects’ process for onboarding clients; discussing contracts; communicating design options; following up with clients; reminding clients to take time in decision making; architecture as a service industry; issues stemming…

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On the Urban Rental Market in Nairobi / Etta Madete 51:40

8d ago51:40

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When we talk about discourses on housing, we usually draw references from the western context. It is only in the last few decades that developing countries have come to the forefront of housing dialogues owing to their growing economies and increasing populations. Today, we take a closer looking at the housing market in Kenya, especially in Nairobi…

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#410 - Ted Hall, Founder and Creative Director of Spearhead 1:24:10

17d ago1:24:10

1:24:10

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ted Hall, Founder and Creative Director of Spearhead. They discussed Ted’s early careers and influences; maintaining craftsmanship with technology; engaging fabricators early in design; collaborative fabrication process; typical fabrication workflow; Spearhead’s service and oper…

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458. Communication & creativity in humanizing cities - Robin Cox 1:20:33

12d ago1:20:33

1:20:33

Robin Cox (Cultural explorer and city photographer, based in The Hague, The Netherlands). We are talking about: Robin's mission is to make today’s cities more human. How does creativity contribute to bringing people together within urban environments? Good Place podcast Links: Photography - rcxmoment.com Good Place interview series - goodplace.cc C…

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#409 - The Problems with Design-Build 1:08:45

30d ago1:08:45

1:08:45

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss common issues with Design-Build model in home construction. They cover the definition of the Design-Build model; lack of licensed architects in Design-Build companies; false efficiency and economy; accountability issues; quality of construction; how budget reduction is achieved; lack …

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457. Bloomberg’s Asphalt Art Initiative - David Andersson 57:16

19d ago57:16

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David Andersson (Arts & Culture Team at Bloomberg Associates, Brooklyn, New York, USA) ABOUT THE ASPHALT ART INITIATIVE: Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Asphalt Art Initiative responds to the growing number of cities around the world embracing art as an effective and low-cost strategy to improve street safety and create vibrant public spaces. The initiat…

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On Ecological Living / Susannah Sayler and Edward Morris 32:27

22d ago32:27

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Toolshed is a platform, a project and a place in Hudson, New York, where artists Susannah Sayler and Edward Morris collect and share tools for ecological living. They have categorized these tools into four distinct groups: food, kin, shelter and magic. Today, we speak to Susannah and Edward about what ecological living means and how Toolshed plays …

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#408 - David Lake & Ted Flato, Co-founders of Lake | Flato Architects 1:28:17

29d ago1:28:17

1:28:17

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by David Lake & Ted Flato, Co-Founders of Lake | Flato Architects to discuss their early career and influences; establishing Lake Flato Architects; maintaining the firm’s founding philosophy and principles; authenticity in design process; designing to heal the environment; and more…

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456. A summer vacation in Playground Paradise - Mustafa Sherif 15:58

1M ago15:58

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Helsingborg City in southern Sweden has transformed into a playful city. Over the past decade, the city has invested in numerous thematic playgrounds. These have encouraged school students, kindergarteners, and adults with their children to explore different parts of the city, breaking out of their usual social and neighborhood "bubbles." What a sm…

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#407 - The Best Part About Being an Architect 1:21:20

1M ago1:21:20

1:21:20

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share their favorite aspects of being an architect. They discussed ongoing learning opportunities; building something from nothing; architecture camaraderie; construction; appreciation for man-made and natural objects; technical drawings; when architecture projects are finished; and more. Thi…

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On Living Alone / Maria Vittoria Tesei and Flavio Martella (m2ft) 34:28

1M ago34:28

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People are increasingly making the conscious choice to live alone and it just so turns out that the number of people living alone in Europe has doubled since the 1980s. We speak to architects Maria Vittoria Tesei and Flavio Martella about the social, economic and architectural implications of living alone. Founded by Maria Vittoria Tesei (architect…

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#406 - Michael Tyre, President-Elect and Design Director of Amenta Emma Architects 1:26:14

2M ago1:26:14

1:26:14

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Michael Tyre, President-Elect and Design Director of Amenta Emma Architects to discuss his childhood interests; education and early career; neurodiversity in design; the Smith College Young Classroom project; fixed variation vs segregation design model; the shift from ego-driven…

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#405 - Pet Peeves in Architecture & Home Design 1:16:25

2M ago1:16:25

1:16:25

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss their pet peeves in architecture design. The two cover poorly adapted historical elements; inconsistent use of materiality and detail in a project; dead-end hallways; poor construction execution and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk •…

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Introducing Season 6: On Home, Shelter, Housing 4:38

2M ago4:38

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By living in a world of wars and unrest right now, we are witnessing one of the largest human displacements to have ever happened. People around the world are on the move to seek refuge – whether it is because of military action or a natural disaster. The idea of a “home” is under constant scrutiny as entire populations are uprooted from the very p…

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#404 - Eddie Jones, Founding Principal of Jones Studio 1:25:45

2M ago1:25:45

1:25:45

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design to discuss his childhood influences; passion for hand sketching and architecture; his educational background; the business operation of Jones Studio; the Land Ports of Entry project; architects in politics and public sector projects and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects •…

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#403 - After Hours: Our Incredible Trip to Switzerland! 1:45:05

2M ago1:45:05

1:45:05

This week David and Marina f have a casual conversation about their recent trip to Switzerland. The two cover their tour of Sky-Frame's headquarters and factory; Zurich, Lucerne, Bern, and Domodossola; architecture by Le Corbusier, David Chipperfield, Jean Nouvel, and Renzo Piano; food; and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • C…

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#402 - Smart Homes & A/V Technology in Architecture with Robert Gilligan, Amplified Lifestyles 1:38:54

2M ago1:38:54

1:38:54

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Robert Gilligan, Senior Technology Advisor at Amplified Lifestyles to discuss his background in audio-visual technology; advancements in smart home technology; home audio-visual system management; the role of audio-visual engineers in architecture projects; home security systems…

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#401 - After Hours: Random Conversation While Charging 1:12:10

3M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

This week David and Marina have a casual chat while charging their EV. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk • Programa • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave…

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455. C40 cities - Hélène Chartier 1:21:59

3M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

Hélène Chartier (Director of Urban Planning and Design at C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group) We are talking about: -C40 cities- The design guidance for green and thriving public spaces About C40: C40 is a global network of nearly 100 mayors of the world’s leading cities that are united in action to confront the climate crisis. Mayors of C40 citie…

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454. The Future Design of Streets - ⁠Daniel Casas Valle 1:33:47

3M ago1:33:47

1:33:47

Daniel Casas Valle (Urban designer/planner, Researcher, Director, Porto) We are talking about: - The book The Future Design of Streets - How do we imagine future streets, and space more as a balanced mix of what? - How can we improve existing streets to make these spaces more valuable for people and nature? Order the book here: https://thefuturedes…

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453. Hack for Earth - Ann Molin 2:10:30

3M ago2:10:30

2:10:30

Ann Molin (Secretary General & CEO of Hack for Earth, Author of Dream! Hack! Build! Book)We are talking about:-Using hackathons as a method to involve citizens in finding impactful and innovative solutions.-The Hack for Earth Foundation Hackathon.-'Dream, Hack, Build': A book about how you can organize hackathons in your organization About Hack for…

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452. Keynote conversations book - Gustav Magnusson 46:23

3M ago46:23

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Gustav Magnusson (Urbanist, FPR/MSA, Book auther, Europe 40under40 urbanist, Malmö, greater Copenhagen, Sweden). we are talking about his new book. "keynote conversations," is a book not found in every bookstore. it has been described as an urban pechakucha festival in the shape of a book and features insights from 100 global urban experts. Order t…

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451. Urban Planning and Design: Experiences from Working in the UK and Scandinavia - ⁠Angela Woda and ⁠Stefan Sjöberg⁠⁠ 1:31:05

3M ago1:31:05

1:31:05

Angela Woda (Senior Urban Designer, Kjellander Sjöberg Studio) and Stefan Sjöberg (Founding Director, Kjellander Sjöberg Architects London-Stockholm - Malmö) We are talking about: - Urban Planning and Design projects in the UK compared to Sweden- How do we measure the success of our city planning and design? _____ Keep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving…

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450.AR بالعربي Rim Alexandra Halfya's journey and Combify. PART 1 1:23:18

3M ago1:23:18

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Rim Alexandra Halfya (Cofounder & COO at Combify, Commercial RE Advisor, Public Speaker, Sweden) في هذه الحلقة نتكلم مع ريم عن نشأتها, و طفولتها, و الأسباب التي ادت الى انتقالها الى السويد. ريم تحدثنا عن شركة Combify في عام 2017، اتخذت ريم مع شريكها التجاري لتأسيس "كومبيفاي". شغفهم بالهندسة المعمارية والأعمال والتكنولوجيا دفعهم إلى اتخاذ هذه الخطوة…

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449. How to do a PhD? - Chero Eliassi⁠ 1:13:10

3M ago1:13:10

1:13:10

Chero Eliassi (Landscape Architect & PhD Candidate at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) We are talking about: -How is it to do a PhD? -What are the challenges? -What are the fun parts of doing a PhD? -What is the process of becoming a PhD candidate? For more contact and information on Chero’s research at KTH ⁠here. ⁠ Follow the research on…

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448. Transformative Landscapes of the Million Program in Sweden - Chero Eliassi 2:00:46

3M ago2:00:46

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⁠Chero Eliassi⁠ (Landscape Architect & PhD Candidate at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) We are talking about Chero's PhD research:-The outdoor environments built during the Swedish Million Program:-Highlights about the Swedish Million Program-What does Chero's research investigate?-What methodology is he using to find answers to his ques…

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Social Cooperative Academy: Why social coops offer potential transformation of care and more 58:51

3M ago58:51

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Cities@Tufts is still on our summer break, but we have a special offering for you this month. For the past eight weeks, Shareable has co-hosted the Social Cooperative Academy with the Rocky Mountain Employee Ownership Center and several other partners. Social cooperatives remain relatively obscure in the United States, despite thriving in various c…

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#400 - James Corner, Founding Partner of Field Operations 1:42:29

3M ago1:42:29

1:42:29

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by James Corner, Founding Partner of Field Operations to discuss his background; early interests; education in landscape architecture and urban design; the value of urban design; the difference between architecture and landscape architecture; design competitions; Field Operations' …

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447.SWE Att skapa platser där man vill vara och dit man vill återvända - Peter Lind 1:02:03

3M ago1:02:03

1:02:03

Peter Lind (Utvecklingschef Hagalund, Humlegården Fastigheter AB).Vi pratar om:- Om processen fastighetsutveckling, från idéer och koncept, till planer och ritningar, och sedan till en färdigbyggd fastighet.- Hur skapar vi platser där man vill vara och dit man vill återvända?- Vilken roll behöver fastighetsägare/utvecklare ta? Varför? Vilket ledars…

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#399 - Architecture Offices: Are Concepts Necessary? 1:16:21

3M ago1:16:21

1:16:21

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss architecture concepts in the office. The two cover the importance of conceptual thinking, the lack of concepts in architecture offices, projects in architecture school vs in practice, the challenges of merging conceptual thinking and technical aspects in practice, and more. This episo…

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