On-Demand
April 2024
1 HSW CE Credit (12 HSW CE Credits for the series), AIA # DAS479-24, IDCEC # 120653
In an era marked by rapid urbanization and the rise of megacities, architects face complex challenges in designing sustainable, resilient urban environments. This lecture provides a comprehensive examination of the multifaceted issues surrounding megacities, from defining their characteristics to analyzing the architectural responses to their unique challenges. Through case studies, discussions, and practical insights, you will gain a deeper understanding of the role of architecture in shaping the future of megacities and fostering community well-being.
The content of this course has not been approved by the United Nations and does not reflect the views of the United Nations or its officials or Member States.
Join Omar Degan in the "Change by Design" series, where his global perspectives meet local solutions. Woven through the projects his firm has worked on in Africa, America, and Europe, Omar has demonstrated how architecture can be a conduit for cultural expression, peace, and sustainable development worldwide with solutions that are globally informed and locally resonant.
Internationally recognized for his pioneering contributions, Omar's work transcends geographical boundaries with a profound understanding of the transformative power of design in shaping societies, fostering resilience amidst fragility, and as a catalyst for progress.
With Omar at the helm, the "Change by Design" series is more than a collection of 12 sessions; it's a journey of learning, discovery, and transformation.
Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to shape the future of architecture with solutions that are attuned to the challenges of our times.
Embark on this journey with Omar and discover how global perspectives can inform and enrich your local practice, driving innovation and resilience in your projects.
Entire 2024 series
$345 Single payment
Single session
$45 Single payment
Entire 2024 series
$29/month 12 Monthly payments
"Change by Design" is where innovation meets practicality. This series goes beyond fulfilling CEU requirements; it's about integrating resilience in your designs so your forward-thinking projects stand out for addressing today's most pressing challenges and satisfying a market that demands it.
Why 'Change by Design'? Because it's where your expertise meets the pressing need for a built environment that stands the test of time and nature. It's where you gain CE credits and a competitive edge in a market that values foresight and responsibility. Each session is an actionable step towards mastering economically viable and environmentally sound designs.
Join a community that does not follow trends but sets them by delivering architectural solutions that meet today's needs and anticipate tomorrow's challenges.
Ready to elevate your practice? Secure your spot in a series that promises resilience amid fragility: "Building Resilience in Design and Architecture: Global Perspectives, Local Solutions." with Omar Degan, Principal, Do Architecture Group (live and on-demand).
