Once upon a time design and architecture were quite discrete disciplines. But over the years as educational priorities have been re-defined, they have become more complex and collaborative. We’ve adopted an inter-disciplinary approach to skills and knowledge that requires creativity, innovation and the ability to solve problems. Teaching is steadily moving towards a more … [Read more...] about Re-designing design.
Creative economy
Revitalization strategist to barista.
"Nobody should have to move out of their neighborhood to live in a better one." Majora Carter is an American urban revitalization strategist and broadcast producer/host from the South Bronx in New York. Her career has spanned environment, economy, social mobility, and real estate development. Her work has won major awards in each sector including a MacArthur 'genius' … [Read more...] about Revitalization strategist to barista.
Connecting impact and creativity.
Laura Callanan is connecting impact investing to the creative economy. To accomplish this, she founded Upstart Co-Lab. Upstart Co-Lab's goal is to show impact investors that the arts can be a powerful economic driver in communities. Laura brings a powerful background to Upstart Co-Lab. Before launching Upstart Co-Lab, Laura was senior deputy chair of the … [Read more...] about Connecting impact and creativity.
Development as art.
Real estate development as art When you think of art, you probably think of Picasso or Matisse, not property developers like Mill Creek Residential or Greystar Real Estate Partners. Despite popular perception, real estate development is an inherently artistic endeavor. Some of the greatest artists in human history, people like Brunelleschi, Michaelangelo, and Da Vinci, all … [Read more...] about Development as art.
