Architecture of Consequence shows that architecture can play a part
in formulating solutions to widespread global problems, and help to
build a more sustainable future. The NAI calls on designers, principals
and policymakers to seize this opportunity and become a force for
positive change.
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The Economat is a social machine that visualizes and maps micro-economical activities within a local community. A photo booth invites all inhabitants to capture, describe and locate their personal ‘demands’ or ‘supplies’ in a playful manner. > Read more...
With the Metro Cable Urban Think Tank has helped to empower and enrich mountain communities in San Agustin (Caracas, Venezuela). > Read more...
A modular, affordable, and attractive apartment building adjacent to Mexico City’s economic center of Avenue Reforma takes the city a step closer to socio-economic integration and the reduction of commuter traffic and pollution. > Read more...
A renovated and reconstructed cinema, supported by a non-profit organization consisting of film makers, cultural advocates and investors, inspires hope and provides a space for education and cultural production in an isolated and war-torn area of Palestine. > Read more...
Dutch Designer Petra Blaisse of Inside Outside answered some questions about their inspirations, motivations and their take on Architecture of Consequence.
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On Thursday 29 March, NAI director Ole Bouman gave a
lecture during a seminar about Architecture and Social Responsibility in the National Museum for Art, Architecture and Design in Oslo. A
comment from the audience triggered a spontaneous event, culminating in the
first of, what might very well become, a series of propositions for a more
sustainable future. Read Ole’s personal report.
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We ask some excellent designers about their inspirations, motivations and their take on Architecture of Consequence. First up is Bjarke Ingels of BIG.
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San
Franciscans this month will have the chance to hear their leading
mayoral candidates tackle an always-volatile topic in their town, the
built environment, in a special forum discussion. The
forum doubles as the opening event in the chapter's Architecture and
the City Festival. The theme is Architecture of Consequence, which is also the name
of a festival exhibition at the AIASF offices at 130 Sutter St. that
will pair socially themed work by local firms with similarly ambitious
projects from the Netherlands Architecture Institute.
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Platform for speech and action on architecture of consequence that contributes to development of social and sustainable cities worldwide. NAI Platform organises weekly lectures and debates in Rotterdam, monthly events on tour, takes action through matchmaking projects and its Studio for Unsolicited Architecture.
