Ep. 80 Why Legacy Thinking Is the Missing Piece in Sustainable Architecture
Description
Most developments are built to sell fast, but what happens when you design for the next 500 years instead? Jerry Tate, founder of Tate+Co Architects, reveals why a legacy mindset changes every decision in the design process.
In this episode, Jerry unpacks how long-term ownership, regenerative principles, and human-centred design can transform housing, universities, and public spaces. He explains why short-term profit thinking limits sustainable progress and how to build places that last.
You’ll learn:
• The financial and social benefits of long-term ownership models
• How to integrate nature into high-density urban spaces
• What “regenerative” means beyond net zero
• The barriers stopping mass adoption of sustainable materials
• Examples of projects delivering value across generations
This is a masterclass in thinking beyond the next quarter and designing for the next century.
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dDkxLWZ25nT0krYWaTiIT
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thrive-in-construction-podcast/
Our Website: https://darren-evans.co.uk/
Links:
Jerry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-tate-7b69354/
Tate+Co: https://tateandco.com/
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