Is Mission-Driven Design Good for Cities?​

In this episode of the Good for Cities podcast, Matti Siemiatycki speaks with Nyasha Harper-Michon about community-led architecture, urban planning, and building more inclusive, sustainable cities. They explore how architects can integrate community engagement into design, align development with local needs, and navigate challenges like affordable housing, climate change, and urban inequality. Nyasha shares lessons from working beyond traditional architecture practice and advancing equity in city-building. This episode is ideal for architects, urban planners, and students interested in architecture careers, community-driven design, and the future of sustainable cities.