A panel discussion titled “Designing with Nature” will examine how architecture and design might create a healthy relationship with the environment in a time when the natural world offers both opportunities and difficulties.
This event, organized by Iceland Design and Architecture and Blue Lagoon Iceland, looks to be an engaging discussion about how design processes may adapt to natural disasters and changing global conditions.
Date & Time:
September 05, 2024
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location:
Scandinavia House, 58 Park Ave, New York, NY 10016, United States
Event Title:
Designing with Nature: Can We Design Our Relationship with Nature?
Event Description:
Join us for an engaging panel discussion titled “Designing with Nature,” where experts in architecture and design will explore how we can foster a healthy relationship with the environment in an era where the natural world presents both opportunities and challenges.
Organized by Iceland Design and Architecture and Blue Lagoon Iceland, this event promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of how design processes can adapt to natural disasters and changing global conditions.
Taste of Iceland New York – Architecture Event
The talk will focus on the advancements in emergency design in the face of global uncertainties such as the worldwide pandemic, climate change, and Iceland’s ongoing seismic activity. The discussion will highlight how Icelanders have continuously innovated, adapted, and responded to these challenges.
Moderator:
Halla Helgadóttir, Managing Director of Iceland Design and Architecture, will moderate the discussion. With extensive expertise in leading design projects that prioritize environmental responsibility and sustainability, Halla will guide the conversation toward meaningful insights.
Speakers:
- Robert Kirkbride, Ph.D., Parsons School of Design
- Arnhildur Pálmadóttir, Owner of s.ap Architects and Lendager in Iceland
- Sigurður Þorsteinsson, Head of Brand, Marketing, Design, and Construction at Blue Lagoon Iceland
Each speaker will offer their unique perspective on utilizing design and architecture to create systems and structures resilient to natural disasters.
Why Attend?
This event is an essential forum for those interested in sustainable architecture and design. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading figures in the field and explore new ways to design our built environment in harmony with nature.
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