2020 proved how inextricably connected we are, with our health, jobs, and livelihoods dependent upon those of our neighbors. The year also exposed our collective vulnerabilities, thrusting us into accelerated adaptation and flexibility to survive. And with minimal physical human contact in this new virtual era, social interactions had to become more intentional and coordinated.
Inside Design Equilibrium, architects and designers confront the ongoing crises of systemic racism, equity, the pandemic, affordable housing, and the future of the profession. Designing an equitable, healthy, and resilient future requires collaboration between architects and the communities they serve. It also requires reassessing values, listening, and getting comfortable with uncomfortable conversations.
