Listen "Designing for Impact: Ashley Heeren's Bold Architecture"
Episode Synopsis
Join Ashley Heeren, co-founder of LoDo (Low Design Office), as she shares her journey from a creative childhood in Las Vegas to studying architecture at Yale and Harvard GSD. LoDo embraces a "low" design approach, emphasizing resource-conscious, community-driven architecture rooted in collaboration and empathy.Discover LoDo's groundbreaking projects, like House Zero, which showcases 3D-printed concrete's potential for sustainable, modular homes with timeless appeal. Ashley dives into blending technology with familiar aesthetics, balancing innovation with environmental responsibility.The conversation highlights LoDo's human- and environment-centric philosophy, focusing on scalable, adaptable designs that empower communities. From Casa Marianella's Posada Campus, a safe haven for vulnerable families, to inspiring modular solutions for diverse contexts, Ashley shares how architecture shapes spaces and lives.Don't miss the story behind their upcoming benefit concert on Dec. 9 at Austin's Moody Theatre, supporting Casa Marianella's new campus. Tune in for an inspiring look at architecture's power to create meaningful impact! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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