What does it really mean to belong? In today’s fast-paced world, our cities are growing crowded, but people are feeling more disconnected than ever. The old idea of "the Village"…. a close group of neighbors who look out for each other feels like it is disappearing.
How can we bring that feeling back?
While we keep building bigger buildings, we often forget to build communities. From the unfair barriers that hold back diverse professionals to the loneliness people feel in modern apartments, the Built Environment and design industry has a massive problem to solve. We have to ask: Are we building real communities, or just empty spaces?
Join LFA x LETS BUILD for an exciting live panel discussion and open Q&A.
This event will bring together fresh new voices and top experts from across the UK building and design scene. Together, we will look at how we can design our neighborhoods to bring back that "Village Mentality"… creating stronger families, happier individuals, and connected communities.
Who is this for?
Whether you are a student exploring architecture, an industry professional, a local resident, an artist, or just a family living in the area—this conversation is for you.
Speakers:
Neil Pinder: Vice-Chair Let's Build and Founder Homegrownplus
Elizabeth Akamo: Architect at Scott Brownrigg
Moderator:
Annette Amanda Oyèkúnlé Fisher: Chair Let's Build, Partner FA Global, Co-Chair Unionne