Norman Foster Award `Student Thomas Aquilina writes for Architecture magazine
Thomas Aquilna, who completed his MA in Architecture last year and currently holds Norman Foster Student Travel Fellowship, has written about his exploits in the ‘ArchiAfrika’ magazine, follow the url link below to find out more http://www.aaaccra.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/ArchiAfrika-April-Magazine-English-final-v2.pdf
Norman Foster Award `Student Thomas Aquilina writes for Architecture magazine
Thomas Aquilna, who completed his MA in Architecture last year and currently holds Norman Foster Student Travel Fellowship, has written about his exploits in the ‘ArchiAfrika’ magazine, follow the url link below to find out more http://www.aaaccra.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/ArchiAfrika-April-Magazine-English-final-v2.pdf
Why music reaches the parts that architecture can’t
Physical spaces are charged with meaning and emotion for most of us — some spaces more than others. But it’s rare to enter a building or encounter spectacular scenery and experience the same intensity of emotion many of us feel on hearing a piece of music, particularly music that fits the mood of the moment, or the occasion, or is tuned to our predilections. But putting the two together (music and place) can be electric.
Why music reaches the parts that architecture can’t
Physical spaces are charged with meaning and emotion for most of us — some spaces more than others. But it’s rare to enter a building or encounter spectacular scenery and experience the same intensity of emotion many of us feel on hearing a piece of music, particularly music that fits the mood of the moment, or the occasion, or is tuned to our predilections. But putting the two together (music and place) can be electric.
…unexpected
Four months ago, a half-forgotten dream of mine came true – I was able to visit Italy with my design unit.
…unexpected
Four months ago, a half-forgotten dream of mine came true – I was able to visit Italy with my design unit.
PESTLE stands for – Political, Economic, Sociological,…
PESTLE stands for – Political, Economic, Sociological, Technological, Legal, Environmental. The model has recently been further extended to STEEPLE and STEEPLED , adding Ethics and Demographic factors. In moving forward, I will attempt to utilise the PESTEL Analysis tool to look at the man drivers and factors for peri-urban landscape urbanisation and landscape fragmentation
PESTLE stands for – Political, Economic, Sociological,…
PESTLE stands for – Political, Economic, Sociological, Technological, Legal, Environmental. The model has recently been further extended to STEEPLE and STEEPLED , adding Ethics and Demographic factors. In moving forward, I will attempt to utilise the PESTEL Analysis tool to look at the man drivers and factors for peri-urban landscape urbanisation and landscape fragmentation
The Socio-Ecological Matrix as a tool for Evaluation
May 17, 2013 Though there are an abundance of definitions for socio-ecological systems, I have not yet found one I am fully comfortable with in my specific and unique context. As prior posts discussed the different matrices which encompass our ‘real-world’, I see the chaps at The Resilience Alliance stating that the socio-ecological matrix is ‘a conceptual framework and tool that complements monetary valuation by capturing non-monetary social and ecological values in socio-ecological systems’.
The Socio-Ecological Matrix as a tool for Evaluation
May 17, 2013 Though there are an abundance of definitions for socio-ecological systems, I have not yet found one I am fully comfortable with in my specific and unique context. As prior posts discussed the different matrices which encompass our ‘real-world’, I see the chaps at The Resilience Alliance stating that the socio-ecological matrix is ‘a conceptual framework and tool that complements monetary valuation by capturing non-monetary social and ecological values in socio-ecological systems’.
Sociotope Mapping – Getting the ‘VALUE" of Landscapes
May 16, 2013 Recent readings describe the theoretical body of a new urban planning tool called the “ sociotope map ” (Swedish: sociotopkarta), developed within the planning practice of the Stockholm City Urban Planning Administration. I am familiar with ecotopes and even biotopes – so this makes very good theoretical sense to me (a social-ism of an ecological-ism = socio-ecological connectivity). This theory sets to ‘map’ or quantify how the landscape is used by people through observation, survey, interview, etc
Sociotope Mapping – Getting the ‘VALUE" of Landscapes
May 16, 2013 Recent readings describe the theoretical body of a new urban planning tool called the “ sociotope map ” (Swedish: sociotopkarta), developed within the planning practice of the Stockholm City Urban Planning Administration. I am familiar with ecotopes and even biotopes – so this makes very good theoretical sense to me (a social-ism of an ecological-ism = socio-ecological connectivity). This theory sets to ‘map’ or quantify how the landscape is used by people through observation, survey, interview, etc
What is the Role of Fragmentation in Peri-Urban Landscapes
May 16, 2013 My work has goals – it is getting it in an academic format which at times is struggling … My research aims to provide a understanding of the interconnectivity of socio-ecological systems which recognises the role of fragmentation as negative influences to ecological functions (ecosystem services), human well-being and quality of life. This understanding can be multi-level and expanded to recognize the: 1. resilience (capacity, integrity) or socio-ecological systems which recognises the role of interconnectivity in sustaining ecological functions, human well-being and quality of life.
What is the Role of Fragmentation in Peri-Urban Landscapes
May 16, 2013 My work has goals – it is getting it in an academic format which at times is struggling … My research aims to provide a understanding of the interconnectivity of socio-ecological systems which recognises the role of fragmentation as negative influences to ecological functions (ecosystem services), human well-being and quality of life. This understanding can be multi-level and expanded to recognize the: 1. resilience (capacity, integrity) or socio-ecological systems which recognises the role of interconnectivity in sustaining ecological functions, human well-being and quality of life.
Nature is a dynamic process that is rarely independent of human…
Nature is a dynamic process that is rarely independent of human intervention. Our interventions must assist natural processes, not further interfere
Nature is a dynamic process that is rarely independent of human…
Nature is a dynamic process that is rarely independent of human intervention. Our interventions must assist natural processes, not further interfere
Finding a Good Lens ….
May 16, 2013 The output of my Research Question must go through the appropriate filter or lens in order to make a clear and cogent statement . It is my Theoretical Methodology which will provide direction to achieve this and a ‘good’ intellectual question.
Finding a Good Lens ….
May 16, 2013 The output of my Research Question must go through the appropriate filter or lens in order to make a clear and cogent statement . It is my Theoretical Methodology which will provide direction to achieve this and a ‘good’ intellectual question.
Territorial Fragmentation – the Promise of Stewardship
May 15, 2013 Following up on previous post, it is critical to recognize that too often the biophysical matrix is FRAGMENTED through anthropic intervention .
Territorial Fragmentation – the Promise of Stewardship
May 15, 2013 Following up on previous post, it is critical to recognize that too often the biophysical matrix is FRAGMENTED through anthropic intervention .