Architecture for kids
These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.
The series received an award commendation by the Thornton Education Trust (TET) – Inspire Future Generations Awards 2024 – Commendation, category Online /IT Projects and Materials / Resources.
Episodes
41 episodes
Architecture for kids podcast with Penny Hay Professor of Imagination Bath Spa University
Professor Penny Hay shares her journey from disaffected student to Professor of Imagination, exploring how reimagined learning environments can transform education for children and young people. Her pioneering projects challenge traditional edu...
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Episode 41
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27:38
Architecture for kids podcast with Tim Gill an independent scholar, writer and consultant on childhood - Rethinking Childhood
Children are not just the citizens of tomorrow. They are also - and equally - citizens today, with clear needs and concerns about the places where they live. Antonio's Architecture for Kids podcasts are a great platform for exploring why childr...
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Episode 40
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33:09
Architecture for kids podcast with Jorge Raedo Director Osa Menor
I want to participate in this podcast to spread architecture education for children thanks to the network that Antonio Capelao weaves from the UK . We learn together.
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Episode 39
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23:28
Architecture for kids podcast with Dinah Bornat Director ZCD Architects
It's been a pleasure being involved with this project that I hope is a reflection of all the great ideas happening around involving built environment professionals with young people.
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Episode 38
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25:12
Architecture for kids podcast with Dr Jenny Wood Co-Founder and Co-Director A Place in Childhood (APiC), Policy and Research
I’m delighted to be taking part in the Architecture for Kids podcast. The right of children and young people to have a say and be listened to is vital in how we create better places. I look forward to talking about our research and practice on ...
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Episode 37
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29:09
Architecture for kids podcast with Simeon Shtebunaev Interdisciplinary researcher in the built environment
Children, teens and young people are here, now and have as much right as anyone else to shape the world around us all. I see taking part in this podcast series as a challenge to all built environment professionals to go out and engage with thei...
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Episode 36
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28:43
Architecture for kids podcast with Dr Bonnie Kwok Principal Urban Designer/ Youth Engagement Lead at Greater Cambridge Shared Planning
I am passionate about engaging children in the urban design and town planning process, and this 'Architecture for Kids' podcast just provides the perfect platform for an open conversation. I find it both thought provoking and inspiring! Thank y...
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Episode 35
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25:27
Architecture for kids podcast with Corrin Wendell Founder & Executive Director YEP! Youth Engagement Planning
Youth have the power to inspire and create cities, they are our future difference makers!
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Episode 34
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31:14
Architecture for kids podcast with Joshua Brooks Architect & Learning Manager at the Royal Institute of British Architects
With several years of experience as an architect in the education sector, and currently serving as the Learning Manager at RIBA, I have had the privilege of witnessing the truly gratifying sight of children engaging with architecture and the bu...
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Episode 33
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25:08
Architecture for kids podcast with Venetia Wolfenden Founding Director of Urban Learners
I love the idea of lots of different people and organisations coming together to share their stories about, and reasons for engaging with young people in the built environment. Many voices are better than one in spreading our collective message...
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Episode 32
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30:42
Architecture for kids podcast with Pihla Meskanen Co-founder of Arkki School of Architecture for Children and Youth in Finland, and founder and CEO of Arkki International
I´m excited to be part of the podcast series, and to discuss how Architecture Education supports children to develop the essential skills and competencies necessary for today's society!
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Episode 31
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29:58
Architecture for kids podcast with Ann Gadzikowski author, STEM educator and curriculum designer at Northwestern University
I believe that architecture-inspired construction play is one of the most valuable, creative, and complex learning activities that can happen in an early childhood classroom (ages 3-6).
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Episode 30
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27:53
Architecture for kids podcast with Mary Featherston AM Adjunct Professor at RMIT University
I thank Antonio Capelao, and Architecture for Kids for the opportunity totalk about ideas which I believe are vital for both children and architecture/ schools and schooling. Schools may be places of learning and delight - for ...
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Episode 29
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34:46
Architecture for kids podcast with Morag Calderbank Learning Manager at Sir John Soane’s Museum
I am taking part in the podcast to raise awareness of the wonderful work we do here at Sir John Soane’s Museum to inspire and engage children and young people in architecture and the arts.
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Episode 28
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28:48
Architecture for kids podcast with Dr Matluba Khan Lecturer in Urban Design School of Geography and Planning at Cardiff University
Engaging children in design thinking about their own environment can help them see their everyday place differently and make them feel listened to and that their opinions matter as citizens. I am impressed to see the line-up of speakers in this...
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Episode 27
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26:27
Architecture for kids podcast with Melissa Woolford Founder and Director Museum of Architecture
Our projects showcase architects' creativity by turning something familiar into extraordinary experiences that inspire imaginative thinking about what the built environment can be.
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Episode 26
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25:12
Architecture for kids podcast with Elly Mead Former Design Champion at The Glass-House Community Led Design
Elly joined the podcast to talk about how The Glass-House approaches working with young people as active participants in the continual shaping of the built environment around them.
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Episode 25
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29:50
Architecture for kids podcast with Lisa Mazzola Director of Education AIA New York Center for Architecture
Our programs use architecture and design as a vehicle to foster learning, discovery, and creativity. We hope that in this process, we can create a space where young people can cultivate a sense of agency and connection to the spaces...
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Episode 24
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31:02
Architecture for kids podcast with Hannah Peaty Assistant Head Teacher Soho Parish Primary School
I love working with children and being able to contribute to their growth- seeing them develop and flourish as individuals. Their creativity and imagination always inspires and delights. Every day in school is different and full of surprises an...
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Episode 23
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29:59
Architecture for kids podcast with Mark Southgate CEO MOBIE
Home is the most important piece of architecture in our lives. At MOBIE we want to attract and inspire the future creators of homes and the built environment by engaging young people in design challenges and creating exciting new technical and ...
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Episode 22
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33:02
Architecture for kids podcast with Alex Raher Co-founder Delve Architects
I have a passion for how we learn and experience the world through the education we are given, and our interaction with people from the earliest age. I’m very interested in the podcast to continue my own learning and how we can continually impr...
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Episode 21
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34:55
Architecture for kids podcast with Lee Patterson lead officer between Cardiff Council and UNICEF
One of the priorities for Child Friendly Cardiff over the next 3 years is urban design and planning. Cardiff is one of the fastest growing cities in the UK, it is important for a capital city to build the needs of children and young peopl...
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Episode 20
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33:38
Architecture for kids podcast with Hester Buck at Architecture and Art Collective Public Works
This podcast provides an opportunity to discuss how we can draw on the creativity of children and young people, inspiring them to playfully re-imagine our relationship with climate and ecology through the co-design of the built environment.&nbs...
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Episode 19
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36:08
Architecture for kids podcast with Victoria Thornton OBE Board Member at Thornton Education Trust
Creating such a brilliant method to bring the many voices out front stage rather than hidden in text allows for an incredible dialogue to flourish into the future and Thornton Education Trust is delighted to be part of that journey.
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Episode 18
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33:29