Building materials that are flammable, that encourage black mould growth, that give off carcinogenic particles are killing us. The construction industry has chosen profit and toxicity instead of life and wellbeing. Systems must change and a complete cultural shift is needed in what we prioritise in buildings. Join us to discuss the impacts of specification, accountability and what a safe and healthy future looks like.
This is part of the Architects Climate Action Network (ACAN) Materials Stage Takeover. In each slot, provocateurs will pose an idea with a short presentation. Participants will then be asked to participate in activities and share their thoughts in small groups considering burning questions and collectively answering with their experience and expertise. Sessions will be fun and interactive – everyone’s input is encouraged. Check out the other talks on the themes of Ecological Regeneration and Decarbonise Now.
Filipa Oliveira, Architect and Sustainability Consultant, PRP
Peter Apps, Deputy Editor, Inside Housing Magazine, Author, ‘ Show me the bodies: How we let Grenfell Happen’
Leonora Grcheva, Cities and Regions Lead, Doughnut Economics Action Lab
