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Empowering Citizens Through Architecture

Empowering Citizens Through Architecture

FromHarvest Series


Empowering Citizens Through Architecture

FromHarvest Series

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Thomas Ermacora was the co-curator of Harvest's sixth edition. As an architect and a futurist, he focuses on regenerative projects, like Clear Village, a non-profit that he co-founded in 2008, aiming to restore well-being for fragile communities and that received many awards. Thomas' goal is to empower the citizens, and he is explaining concretely how to empower the communities and allow them to reconnect with nature.This episode is sponsored by London Nootropics Coffee. You can order the Zen flavour with lion's mane mushroom and Rhodiola, or all the other blends at www.londonnootropics.com, with code HARVEST for 20% off. You'll also be able to taste them during Harvest! It is still time to book your ticket at www.harvestseries.comHarvest is an event produced by Athena Advisers and Capital Partners[2:30] - What are the latest trends in architecture for Thomas?[4:31] - What is Thomas' example of working with distressed communities in the UK, reviving a garden outside London?[11:34] - How can architecture help us reconnect with nature?[15:56] - What is stopping biomimicry and regenerative projects? Lobbying. [17:00] - What about using digital twins to improve how we build?[20:17] - What does Thomas think about people not being so happy to share their data. [23:10] - Does Thomas dream of building a city from scratch?[28:13] - What put Thomas on this path of building for communities? A lack of belonging. [31:56] - Harvest of the Day : if something easy or simple could be done to make the world a better place, what would it be for Thomas Ermacora?In two weeks, we will release an interview with Manex Ibar. He is a "medicine man", he will share how he became what we call also a shaman, and explain what he does. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram : HarvestseriesSound editing by Alice Krief @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya : Joel MoriasiArtwork by Pedro VidigalThe founders of Harvest Series are Burak Öymen and Roman Carel
Released:
May 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (76)

This podcast is here to help you ask yourself the right questions, boost your critical thinking, and broaden your horizons. Journalist Rose Claverie is interviewing for Harvest great speakers like emotional trauma specialist Dr Gabor Mate, functional medicine expert Mark Hyman, model turned environmental activist Lily Cole, microbiota specialist Anita Frauwallner and neuroscientist Idriss Aberkane. The guests were all interviewed during the event Harvest, a 4-day experience on the South Western Coast of Turkey, produced by Athena Advisers and Capital Partners. They share their stories and practical advice to help listeners take better care of themselves, their relationships and the planet. At the end of each episode, the guests answer this question: if something very simple could be done, that could change the world, what would they choose? Episodes last around 30mn and are released every two weeks, on Wednesdays.