e63: Empowering Young Voices in Urban Design w/Office S&M

On this week's episode I'm joined by Office S&M & we explore their innovative approaches to child-centric design in architecture, focusing on the importance of engaging young voices in public spaces and the significance of process in delivering social value.

The discussion highlight to me the need for a shift in perspective regarding children in design, emphasizing their role as experts and clients.

Find out more about Office S&M here

Chapters

00:00 Innovative Child-Centric Design in Nurseries

12:51 Prioritizing Child-Centric Design in Public Spaces

22:53 The Importance of Social Value in Architecture

31:11 Designing for Community Engagement

36:09 Unlocking Creativity in Youth

42:06 Balancing Structure and Flexibility

51:56 Drivers of Change in Child-Centric Design