EPISODE · Nov 14, 2024 · 54 MIN
#29 Green Spaces, Open Minds
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In this episode of UNS Talks, we dive into the transformative power of reimagining city spaces through greenery. Join us as Ruth van Dijken, Director of The Green Mile project and Co-founder of Blending Bricks, and Misja van Veen, Senior Project Director and Urban Designer at UNStudio, share insights on The Green Mile, an ambitious initiative to revitalize Amsterdam’s iconic Stadhouderskade with nature. Through real-time data, public engagement, and collaborative efforts, learn how they’re making environmental issues visible and inspiring sustainable change. 🌍 From the mental and physical benefits of urban greenery to innovative approaches like “designing without design,” our guests show how blending nature into city streets opens up endless possibilities. Curious about urban greening, sustainable design, or the future of nature in our cities? Hit play and be part of the movement! 🌱 Timestamps: 00:07 - 06:01 - UNS Talks Intro 06:05 - 01:01 - Intro to episode 01:01 - 02:05 - Guest Introductions 02:04 - 09:00 - Reclaiming cities from cars for a greener, slower pace 09:00 - 14:30 - Origins of The Green Mile and collaborative approach 14:30 - 16:37 - Ambitions of collaborative design 16:37 - 21:27 - Green Mile’s long-term vision for nature and public spaces 21:27 - 25:07 - From vision to impact: managing stakeholder engagement 25:07 - 27:23 - Green Mile Tulip: a symbolic, interactive feature 27:23 - 30:35 - Resident input and agency within the project 30:35 - 34:58 - Making environmental issues visible with real-time data 34:58 - 37:55 - GAR: A new metric for green spaces in design 37:55 - 40:06 - Nature's positive effects on mental and physical health 40:06 - 40:29 - Allowing nature to flourish, naturally 43:20 - 48:30 - Recognizing nature as a stakeholder in planning 48:30 - 53:57 - Starting with open ambitions over fixed designs 52:43 - 54:22 - Final message: Stop, look, and observe 54:22 - 54:49 - Episode wrap-up Don’t forget to subscribe for more insights on urban sustainability and join the conversation in the comments below! #UNStalks #TheGreenMile #UrbanDesign #Netherlands #Amsterdam #UrbanDesign #CityGreening #Sustainability
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In this episode of UNS Talks, we dive into the transformative power of reimagining city spaces through greenery. Join us as Ruth van Dijken, Director of The Green Mile project and Co-founder of Blending Bricks, and Misja van Veen, Senior Project Director and Urban Designer at UNStudio, share insights on The Green Mile, an ambitious initiative to revitalize Amsterdam’s iconic Stadhouderskade with nature. Through real-time data, public engagement, and collaborative efforts, learn how they’re making environmental issues visible and inspiring sustainable change. 🌍 From the mental and physical benefits of urban greenery to innovative approaches like “designing without design,” our guests show how blending nature into city streets opens up endless possibilities. Curious about urban greening, sustainable design, or the future of nature in our cities? Hit play and be part of the movement! 🌱 Timestamps: 00:07 - 06:01 - UNS Talks Intro 06:05 - 01:01 - Intro to episode 01:01 - 02:05 - Guest Introductions 02:04 - 09:00 - Reclaiming cities from cars for a greener, slower pace 09:00 - 14:30 - Origins of The Green Mile and collaborative approach 14:30 - 16:37 - Ambitions of collaborative design 16:37 - 21:27 - Green Mile’s long-term vision for nature and public spaces 21:27 - 25:07 - From vision to impact: managing stakeholder engagement 25:07 - 27:23 - Green Mile Tulip: a symbolic, interactive feature 27:23 - 30:35 - Resident input and agency within the project 30:35 - 34:58 - Making environmental issues visible with real-time data 34:58 - 37:55 - GAR: A new metric for green spaces in design 37:55 - 40:06 - Nature's positive effects on mental and physical health 40:06 - 40:29 - Allowing nature to flourish, naturally 43:20 - 48:30 - Recognizing nature as a stakeholder in planning 48:30 - 53:57 - Starting with open ambitions over fixed designs 52:43 - 54:22 - Final message: Stop, look, and observe 54:22 - 54:49 - Episode wrap-up Don’t forget to subscribe for more insights on urban sustainability and join the conversation in the comments below! #UNStalks #TheGreenMile #UrbanDesign #Netherlands #Amsterdam #UrbanDesign #CityGreening #Sustainability
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