Topic: Biophilic Design

Why this topic is important right now:
Biophilic Design is gaining attention in the wake of the global pandemic as a solution pathway for healthy people and cities. The summit provides an opportunity to learn about the benefits of Biophilic Design, get access to new information and resources, discuss key topics, and discover opportunities to go further with Biophilic Design. Each year, the summit supports a growing community of practice that is eager to accelerate positive change by designing for human-nature connection and a regenerative future.

Learning Objectives

• Describe current topics of biophilic design

• Locate key resources to support the practice of biophilic design

• Describe new examples of biophilic design

• Identify opportunities to participate in the biophilic design community of practice

Continuing Education
This summit has been approved for the following continuing education credits:

• 4 General LFA CE credits

• [AIA credits pending approval]

Details:

Summit: Tuesday, June 9, 10am-3pm PDT
Sessions: Thursday, June 11, 10am-3pm PDT

Speakers:

• Jackie Dettmar, VP of Commercial Product Development and Design, Mohawk Industries

• Bill Browning, Managing Partner, Terrapin Bright Green

• Jim Determan, Principal, Architect, Craig Gaulden Davis

• Rita Trombin, Environmental Psychologist

• Hugo Lafrance, Director of Sustainability, Lemay

• Tenna Florian, Partner, Lake | Flato Architects

And more...

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