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… A Bold Reimagining of How Communities Grow
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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… 
How to Pitch Justice-Oriented Projects to Your Professors (and Win Them Over)
December 16, 2025
So, you’ve got an idea that could change the way your classmates think about design. It centers people. It questions…