Avani Institute of Design's
Building Voices, Building Alliances (BVBA) lecture series titled "Journeys
Beyond Architecture" recently hosted a thought-provoking talk titled
"Third Light: Sensing Beyond Our Physical Senses." Led by architects
Chang Huai-Yan and Goh Yu Han, the talk delved into how architecture can play a
role in shaping our relationship with nature in the times to come.
"We were thrilled to
host such insightful talks that challenged our perspectives and inspired us to
reimagine the role of architecture in shaping our future. The BVBA series was a
commendable initiative that fostered discourses on critical issues and shaped
the future of architecture and design education," said Tony Joseph,
Chairman, Avani Institute of Design.
The discussion explored
fascinating concepts such as "vertical green" cities, where buildings
seamlessly integrate with plant life, and the possibility of "rewilding
the sky" through the revival of lost ecosystems. The speakers challenged
the audience to look beyond the limitations of our five senses and consider new
ways of perceiving the natural world.
A thought-provoking aspect
of the talk was the introduction of the "square forest," a condensed
version of a natural ecosystem. This concept prompted the audience to question
how we value nature and the role it plays in our lives.
The BVBA talk aimed to
motivate faculty and students to see themselves as agents of change and
highlighted the importance of forging collaborations across disciplines to
address issues related to social responsibility, sustainability, and
environmental well-being.
The Building Voices
Building Alliances lecture series is a commendable initiative by the Avani
Institute of Design, fostering discourses on critical issues and shaping the
future of architecture and design education.
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