Apr 2, 2014 | Architecture, Sustainability, Urban Planning, Urban Trends
I was recently contacted by Archi Ninja to write an article on the DIY Urbanism course I co-lectured with Laura Crommelin earlier in the year. The course titled ‘Contemporary Issues in Urbanism’ explored the DIY concept by focusing on Sydney and Detroit....
Mar 27, 2014 | Urban Planning
Last week I gave three presentations at the Planning Institute of Australia’s National Congress. It was a great few days with some interesting insights and key takeaways focused on innovative planning practice. The diversity of delegates, and discussions that...
Mar 18, 2014 | Smart Phone, Social Media, Urban Planning
Yesterday I presentated at the Planning Institute of Australia’s National Congress in Sydney. I talked about Apps and their relevance to Urban Planning. I focused on 5 key areas to think about when developing an App and then launched one myself – the JOC...
Mar 6, 2014 | Smart Phone, Social Media, Urban Planning
My latest article for New Planner looks at 5 digital engagement trends happening in Australia and across the globe. The future of online engagement is mobile, appified and interactive. This aside, it’s also going to be something the clunky systems of the past have...
Feb 11, 2014 | Architecture, Urban Planning
I was recently asked to write a short article on Idea Bombing Sydney for the summer edition of the Architecture Bulletin, and here it is… Ideas in unexpected places New ideas are at the heart of a prosperous and dynamic city. When we think about our favourite...
Dec 9, 2013 | Urban Planning
My latest article in the New Planner magazine looking at social media use in the planning profession. “As facilitators of urban change we should also play a role in the digital sphere by navigating discussion, fostering ideas and advocating critical...
