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Designing with, Not for: Rethinking the Architect’s Role in Community Projects
January 16, 2026
In an era defined by climate urgency, racial reckoning, and economic disparity, the role of architects is undergoing a quiet… 
What Makes a Neighborhood Resilient? Lessons from Historically Excluded Communities
January 11, 2026
Resilience has become a guiding principle in urban development, especially in response to climate change, economic uncertainty, and public health…