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Copenhagen at risk of "becoming homogenous and self-satisfied" warns CAFx director

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Michau is the founder, CEO and head curator of Copenhagen Architecture Festival (CAFx) , Scandinavia's largest architecture festival, which this year features more than 100 events over 11 days. An exhibition about architecture projects created for extreme environments is among more than 100 festival events. Photo by Francesco Martello.

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Architecture education needs "decolonisation and decarbonisation" says London School of Architecture head Neal Shasore

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Shasore argues that the LSA's ethos must now adapt in line with recent political events such as the furore over the statue of 19th-century imperialist Cecil Rhodes and the wave of Black Lives Matter protests following the 2020 murder of African American George Floyd at the hands of police. Diversity and inclusion is hard".

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Beyond Resolutions: 24 Intentions Architects Should Revisit Throughout 2024

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To succeed in this environment, architects must simultaneously embrace change and innovation, foster collaboration and prioritize the sustainability of their businesses, careers, and practices. This might mean hitting up networking events, joining pro groups or getting involved in mentorship gigs where they can swap ideas and advice.

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The Culture of Architecture Needs an Overhaul, Part III: Creating a Values-Based Teaching and Learning Culture

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Evelyn Lee is the Head of Workplace Strategy and Innovation at Slack Technologies, founder of Practice of Architecture , and co-host of the podcast, Practice Disrupted. Part I defined culture and explored recent events that bring to light the increasing need for cultural change at the industry level.

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We're Off to See the Waltons

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Sam and Helen created the Walton Family Foundation in 1987, and for many years its prime function was seeding and funding the national charter school movement. The foundation also funds a "think and do" tank called Heartland Forward , focused on job creation and economic growth in the 20-state region it defines as the Heartland.

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My 125 Business Books for Entrepreneur Architects

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Architect + Entrepreneur: A How-to Guide for Innovating Practice: Tactics, Strategies and Case Studies in Passive Income. The Art of Innovation: Lessons in Creativity from IDEO, America’s Leading Design Firm. Shopping, says Kevin Roberts, is an emotional event. read more ]. by Eric Reinholdt. by Tom Kelley. read more ].