Top 10 Resilient Design experts to follow
Dr. Judith Rodin: As the former president of the Rockefeller Foundation, Rodin championed the concept of resilience in urban planning and infrastructure. Her book “The Resilience Dividend” explores how resilience can lead to more robust societies and systems.
Jan Gehl: An urban design consultant and former professor at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Gehl focuses on creating human-centric cities. His insights emphasize resilience in the context of livable and sustainable urban spaces.
Kristina Hill: An associate professor at UC Berkeley, Hill's work on landscape architecture and environmental planning brings to light the importance of resilient designs in the face of climate change, particularly sea-level rise.
Dr. Michael Berkowitz: As the president of 100 Resilient Cities, an initiative pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation, Berkowitz has worked closely with cities around the world to promote resilience against both physical and social challenges.
Kate Orff: A landscape architect and founder of SCAPE, Orff champions resilient design through projects that emphasize sustainability and community involvement. Her “Oyster-tecture” concept is renowned for its innovative approach to coastal resilience.
Dr. Mitchell Joachim: Co-founder of Terreform ONE, Joachim integrates architecture with ecology to create resilient urban designs. His work emphasizes the integration of nature and technology in urban environments.
Liz Ogbu: An architect and spatial justice advocate, Ogbu's designs focus on community resilience. She often emphasizes the role of design in addressing broader social and economic challenges.
Dr. Chris Reed: Founder of Stoss Landscape Urbanism, Reed's work revolves around resilient urban landscapes. His projects often integrate ecological and urban systems to create adaptable and sustainable spaces.
Pippa Brashear: As the Director of Planning and Resilience at SCAPE, Brashear is involved in designing landscapes that are resilient to climate change impacts, ensuring they can adapt and thrive amidst changing conditions.
Dr. Eleni Katrini: With a focus on resilient urbanism, Katrini's research delves into creating adaptable spaces for future uncertainties. Her insights shed light on integrating resilience into urban strategies and policies.