Strange Process of a Thing Maker
Strange Process is a podcast series, by DPAI and Mohawk College, where we explore and demystify the process of how multidisciplinary artists produce their work. We are excited to share our conversation with Dave Hind, a local thing maker, visual artist and sculptor on his creative process and how he brings his ideas to life. “I’m a bit […]
What is Urban Design
What is urban design? Urban design is the practice of arranging the elements of a city that provides an infrastructure for a healthy, lucrative and productive environment for its’ residents. Urban design deals with built form, transportation, density, public space, architecture, landscape design, land use, public transportation, public health, recreation, sustainability, politics, public art, microclimates, […]
Design Disruption
Disruption was historically associated with bad behavior; we all remember those disruptive students at school. But today is has evolved to have a different meaning. From a business or organizational perspective, “disruption” is defined as changing the traditional way that an entity operates, especially in a new and effective way. Disruption is now ubiquitous. Profound […]
Cities as a Canvas for Experimentation
Canvas of Experimentation As architects and urban planners, we need to let go of the idea that we should have complete control. Instead of thinking of our work in terms of the final product, we should think about it as an ever-changing canvas onto which people are going to shape their lives. Architecture is the […]
Rendered World
Studying a map is a great way to understand relationships between geographic areas. Spinning around a globe (remember those?) and seeing these areas in a relative way is even better. Our world has been changed by technology. With GPS based 3D satellite map environments, we have access to an immersive and increasingly accurate perception of […]
The Power of Design
Design is everywhere. It is present in the spaces we occupy, in the objects we use and in the systems in which we operate. Look around you; your clothes, phone, home, car, neighborhood, city, and even your political system are all products of a deliberate design process. Design shapes the world we live in and […]
Pedestrian Mobility Good for the Economy
Photo: AYUNTAMIENTO DE MADRID For many years, we have known about the sustainability benefits of reducing automobile dependency in cities. Environments that prioritize pedestrian, cycling, and public transit over automobile mobility are cleaner, healthier, quieter, more pleasant, and far more conducive to outdoor activity. In addition, they are more economically sustainable as pedestrians tend to […]
