Welcome to the June Edition of IFLA APR's Newsletter!
In this edition, we spoke to Matthew Pryor of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) to find out more about the pedagogy and mission of the institution, in nurturing the future generation of aspiring Landscape Architects. We also sat down with AILA's President, Claire Martin, to discuss the state of transitional housing in Australia and its role in alleviating some of the country's biggest welfare challenges.
This past month, Thailand-based design firm, TK Studio Co., Ltd shares more about their vision as a company and their ongoing commitment to advocating for more sustainable built projects. Last but not least, sign-up for the IFLA APR Community Platform to #findyourtribe! Follow us on Instagram for more updates on upcoming webinars, speaker announcements, and more! Don't miss out. |
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| The Division of Landscape at the HKU is distinguished by its commitment to teaching landscape architecture as an interdisciplinary field, examined alongside developments in planning, conservation, urbanism, and ecology.
Here's more on how the institution is helping to mould the next generation of inspiring Landscape Architects. |
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| In Australia, the single biggest cause of homelessness is domestic violence. Poverty, unemployment, a shortage of available dwellings and affordable housing options, and inadequate rent assistance and other social security benefits – also create demand for transitional housing.
With the dangers of a pandemic and the growing threat of climate change, how has transitional housing helped in promoting greater social welfare in Australia? |
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| Based in Bangkok, Thailand, TK Studio Co. Ltd. specialises in landscape design and is passionate about delivering natural landscapes that create resilient habitats, aimed at minimising environmental impacts and advocating for more sustainability in design.
Here's a peek at some of their best projects. |
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| Established in 2019, the Landscape Architecture Journal (LAJ) is a collaboration between the Thai Association of Landscape Architects (TALA) and some of the leading academic institutions in Thailand.
The LAJ aims to provide a platform to collect and share knowledge in the form of sharing research studies, developments, and planning/design strategies by both academic and professionals. Wait no longer.
Deadline for submission: 30 September, 2021 |
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| The International Geodesign Collaboration is a collaborative research group that brings together teams from different universities worldwide to design and plan responses to the severe local, regional, and global challenges that affect communities in the 21st Century.
Over this past weekend, the IGC held its highly-anticipated IGC 2021 event. With over 430 members in 220 organisations, across 58 countries, registrants engaged in meaningful discussions and learned from the best in the industry.
In case you missed it, follow the link below to watch the On-Demand videos today! |
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| The IFLA APR Community Portal is a one-stop platform for all things Landscape Architecture. From broad discussions on urban planning to more niche topics on cultural communities, there is a space for every Landscape Architect to connect, learn, and grow. Join our platform curated by Landscape professionals, for Landscape professionals.
#findyourtribe with IFLA APR today! |
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| Promote Your Organisation Across APAC!
Our highly-anticipated annual e-publication for the 2021 IFLA Asia-Pac LA Awards celebrates innovative and outstanding projects with a purpose across the region.
Leverage on our database of more than 11,000 subscribers and 30,000 extended partner networks globally to grow your brand with IFLA APR.
Hurry! Reserve an ad space today.
Deadline: 30th June 2021 |
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| Calling All Brands: Amplify Your Brand With Our New Webinar Series! |
| Interested to raise your profile, promote your products and services, or even share your winning proposal and projects?
IFLA-APR has launched a webinar series for online learning that will enable attendees to earn CPD points with their respective associations. This initiative is designed for continued exchange and to promote learning opportunities during this challenging period.
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