Design to Connect

In this episode of Design to Connect, we are joined by Ursula Biemann, a globally renowned artist, author, and video essayist. From her fieldwork in the Amazon rainforest to groundbreaking projects like The Forest Mind and Acoustic Ocean, Ursula takes us on a journey into territories of transformation. Ursula’s art interweaves cinematic landscapes, Indigenous knowledge systems, and speculative narratives, offering new ways to see and understand the world around us. This episode explores: 🌱 Building bridges between Indigenous and scientific knowledge systems. 🎨 Using art as a medium to reimagine reality. 🌳 Learning from nature and fostering deeper connections to the land. 🌍 What cities can do to foster such connection. . #ClimateChange #ArtAndEcology #IndigenousKnowledge . Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: WWZRLQM33KNW9F39

How can we rebuild neighborhoods to foster belonging, combat isolation, and reduce inequality in our communities? In this episode of Design to Connect, we tackle these critical questions with Seth D. Kaplan, author of Fragile Neighborhoods and a leading expert on fragile states, societies, and communities. As a Professorial Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University and the author of four books, Seth shares actionable insights on how neighborhoods can become the foundation for resilient and connected societies. Drawing on his extensive research, we explore the role of neighborhoods in addressing social breakdown, their impact on mental health and resilience, and how fostering belonging at the community level can help solve today’s challenges. . Find Seth on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethkaplan28/ Find Seth online here: https://sethkaplan.org/ Purchase his latest book here: https://www.amazon.com/Fragile-Neighborhoods-Repairing-American-Society/dp/0316521396/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1676490651&refinements=p_27%3ASeth+D.+Kaplan&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Seth+D.+Kaplan . Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: CLDZFOHFAYAYZO2R

Urban environments shape our experiences, but how do they resonate with our natural cycles and health? What can we learn from nature and the way our body works to inspire our urban development? How can topics like menstruation and the design of our spaces be related? In this episode of Design to Connect, we explore the fascinating intersection of menstruation, nature, and architecture. Sounds unrelated? Listen to the episode! About Dinara: Dinara Mukh is a Certified Hormone and Nutrition Coach, TEDx speaker, and host of the popular “Feel Better Be Better” podcast. Dinara helps women restore hormonal balance by offering a natural approach to addressing the root causes of imbalances. Through nutritional guidance and lifestyle changes, she helps women regulate their cycles, boost energy levels, and reduce inflammation to live more fulfilling lives. Key Highlights: • Menstrual Health and Urban Design: Explore the connection between menstrual health and urban design, and how incorporating natural cycles can enhance urban spaces. • Nature’s Cycles in Architecture: Learn how integrating the principles of nature's cycles into architecture can create more adaptable and sustainable urban environments. • Personal Insights from Dinara Mukh: Hear Dinara’s personal journey and her expertise in women's health, and how it informs her vision for more inclusive city planning. • Architectural Innovations: Discover innovative architectural elements that can reflect natural cycles, promoting well-being and harmony in urban settings. • Impact on Society: Understand the broader societal implications of integrating menstrual health and nature into urban design, from economic to cultural aspects. • Vision for the Future: Envision a future where cities are designed with a deep respect for natural cycles, creating spaces that nurture and support all individuals. Join us for an eye-opening discussion that bridges health, nature, and urban design, and be inspired to rethink how we build our cities. 🔗 Relevant Links: Dinara's Ted Talk "Your Menstrual Cycle is Your Superpower": https://youtu.be/BFa2egx-jI8?si=bNlClTeBFiYkP2gz Feel Better, Be Better Podcast: https://pod.link/feelbetterbebetter FREE Hormone Imbalance Quiz: https://www.dinaramukh.com/hormonequiz 🔗 Connect with Dinara on : LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinaramukh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinara.mukh/ Chat with Dinara: https://calendly.com/dinara-mukh/discovery If you find this episode insightful, please like, share, and subscribe to support our channel and spread awareness on this vital topic. #MenstrualHealth #UrbanDesign #NatureInArchitecture #InclusiveCities #SustainableUrbanPlanning #HealthAndArchitecture #WomenInUrbanSpaces . Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: LL3IHLMN90G5QTDS

Are you interested in learning more about 20-Minute Neighbourhoods? In this episode, we delve into the concept of 20-Minute Neighbourhoods, discussing topics such as #healthyplanning, #Livablecommunities, and the benefits of this concept. Tune in as we join @Gemma Hyde, the Project and Policy Officer at TCPA, to gain a comprehensive understanding of this innovative approach. . Gemma is a highly qualified professional with a Master's degree in Urban and Rural Planning and a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health from the University of the West of England. She currently holds the position of Project and Policy Officer at Healthier Places at Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA). Gemma has a diverse background in the field, having worked as a Planner in a private planning consultancy as well as for local government and non-governmental organizations in planning and public health, including the National Childbirth Trust. In her current role, Gemma's main focus is to provide support to local authorities and other organizations in their efforts to create healthier and more active environments. She collaborates closely with Sport England to achieve this goal. One of her key responsibilities is to promote and facilitate the implementation of TCPA's 20-Minute Neighbourhood Guide and to contributes to TCPA's broader initiatives on integrating health considerations into urban planning, with the aim of fostering healthier communities. . Curious to know more about TCPA's work: https://www.tcpa.org.uk/collection/th...https://www.tcpa.org.uk/events/ Follow TCPA twitter handle @TCPAHealth . 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐬, this can help us make more valuable content and will help reach the word to more listeners like yourself! . Hosted by: Arezoo Mohebpour . Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: BIAJCFZRFOZ4V0R2 . #HealthyPlacemaking #20MinuteNeighbourhoods #urbanplanning #breakthecycle #publichealth #TCPA #activeliving #HealthyCommunities #HealthierPlaces #SportEngland #TownAndCountryPlanning #PlanningForHealth #UrbanDesign #CommunityPlanning#SustainableCities #RedefiningNeighbourhoods #HealthyCities #WalkableNeighbourhoods#SustainableLiving #ReunitingHealthWithPlanning#NeighbourhoodPlanning #LocalAuthorities #PodcastEpisode #UrbanDevelopment #PlacemakingImpact#HealthyUrbanLiving

So our latest guest has been the speaker of the  @TEDx  titled Including residents in urban planning, the author of #childrenbook "The Car That Wanted to be a Bike" and the Co-Founder & Urban Planner at "Humankind". . Lior is an urban planner, based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. He helps cities to look beyond functionality and to plan urban spaces that make people smile. All projects he participate in have one thing in common: making people-oriented cities. He was born and raised in Tel Aviv, and has lived in Berlin and Stockholm, where he obtained an MSc in Urban and Regional Planning. Being a Jane Jacobs’ enthusiast, and a fan of great public spaces, Lior is keen on making cities better, with an emphasis on local, innovative interventions. . Watch the Tedx talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/lior_steinberg_do_residents_need_to_be_more_included_in_their_city_s_urban_planning_process?language=en Check Lior's book here: https://www.humankind.city/car Check the workshops and masterclasses by Humankind here: https://www.humankind.city/academy-events . 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐬, this can help us make more valuable content and will help reach the word to more listeners like yourself! . Hosted by: Arezoo Mohebpour . Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: 89ERRJZJXEVIQGDN . #SustainableMobility #BikeLife #BikingInCities #EcoTransportation #CyclingRevolution#GreenCommute #SustainableTransport #UrbanCycling #BikeToWork#CleanTransportation #ActiveTransportation #BikeShare #PedalPower #LowCarbonMobility#CyclingAdvocacy #BikingCommunity #EmissionsFreeTransport #HealthyCommute#SustainableUrbanism #BikeFriendlyCities