e63: Empowering Young Voices in Urban Design w/Office S&M

07/01/2025 54 min

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Episode Synopsis

On this week's episode I'm joined by Office S&M & we explore their innovative approaches to child-centric design in architecture, focusing on the importance of engaging young voices in public spaces and the significance of process in delivering social value.
The discussion highlight to me the need for a shift in perspective regarding children in design, emphasizing their role as experts and clients.
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Chapters
00:00 Innovative Child-Centric Design in Nurseries
12:51 Prioritizing Child-Centric Design in Public Spaces
22:53 The Importance of Social Value in Architecture
31:11 Designing for Community Engagement
36:09 Unlocking Creativity in Youth
42:06 Balancing Structure and Flexibility
51:56 Drivers of Change in Child-Centric Design

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