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How Buildings Can Improve Life - Inside and Out

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Architecture Courses Public Health Courses Urban Design Courses Energy Efficiency Courses Sustainable Design Courses Biomimicry Courses Air Pollution Courses Urban Heat Island Courses

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Explore a visionary approach to architecture in this 11-minute TED Talk by Doris Sung, an architect and building tech innovator. Discover how modern building facades can actively contribute to urban life and public health by addressing critical issues such as pollution, energy efficiency, and urban heat islands. Learn about innovative technologies, including buildings that filter particulates from the air and facades that react to heat, offering a glimpse into a future where architecture enhances the lives of both inhabitants and pedestrians. Gain insights into the evolution of architecture beyond aesthetics and its potential to tackle pressing environmental and social challenges in urban settings.

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How Buildings Can Improve Life — Inside and Out | Doris Sung | TED


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