This Month's Highlights:
An Interview with Pamela Sarunya Pagana - Read More Urban and Rural Green Space Planning and Design in China - Read More Recording Now Available: IFLA Talk & Share - A Collaborative Vision - Watch It Here |
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Welcome to the February Edition of IFLA APR's Newsletter!
In this edition, IFLA APR President Chris Tidswell highlights the importance of unity amidst the dynamic changes affecting the region, as well as upcoming developments to look out for in his first President's Message of 2024. Next, we feature an interview with Pamela Sarunya Pagana, IFLA APR Professional Practice and Policy Committee Chair, as she shares her thoughts about the role of female architects and young architects in shaping the future of the profession. We also feature an article on how a team of landscape architects have led the scientific planning and development of park cities in China. More details below!
In this month's latest announcements, we invite you to join us at our next IFLA World Congress, taking place in Istanbul, Turkey. Read on to find out how you can participate in our biggest global event of the year!
Finally, we recently concluded the IFLA February Talk & Share Session and you can revisit it on Youtube to learn how you can elevate the landscape developments. |
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| President's Message: February 2024 |
| In his first President's Message of 2024, Chris Tidswell extends his appreciation to the APR region and the Executive Committee for their support. He also highlights the uniqueness and diversity that the IFLA APR federation brings to advancing landscape architecture, while outlining the Executive Committee's plans and discussions for the year 2024. |
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| An Interview with Pamela Sarunya Pagana |
| We had the opportunity to interview Pamela Sarunya Pagana, Professional Practice and Policy Committee Chair of IFLA APR. In this article, Pamela shares her thoughts about the landscape architecture profession, the role of women in the field, young architects, and future challenges. |
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| Exploration of Urban and Rural Green Space Planning and Design in China: A Case Study of Team Practice |
| In this article, Li Xiong presents his team's landscape architecture projects in China, focusing on the concept of "park cities", which reimagines urban development by integrating cities within parks rather than placing parks within cities. |
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| Mark your calendar for our next IFLA World Congress! This year, we take you to Istanbul, Turkey from September 4-6, 2024.
Themed "Code Red for Earth", this year's congress calls for individuals to take urgent action to address environmental crises that are posing a significant threat to our planet. The event also serves as a platform to discuss and acknowledge these anthropogenic impacts and come up with action-oriented strategies to secure the Earth's future. |
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| Recording Now Available: IFLA Talk & Share - A Collaborative Vision |
| The recording for February's Talk & Share session is now available on Youtube!
In this session titled "A Collaborative Vision: The Landscape Architect's Role in Elevating Landscape Developments", our speakers shared their insights on creating sustainable landscapes, and how active community engagement plays an important role in public space planning and design. |
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| Contribute To Our IFLA APR Newsletter! |
| Want to share your opinion or expertise on landscape architecture with the IFLA APR community of more than 10,000? Have an event you think the community would be interested to attend?
We invite you to submit your article or event to us. Get your voice heard, your piece could be featured here and on the IFLA APR website! Let us know your intention to submit now!
*All feature requests are subject to approval by IFLA APR. Event information should be submitted at least 21 days before event. |
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| Join Our Young LA Alliance |
| Are you a passionate Landscape Architect under the age of 35?
The Young LA Alliance is a free membership program providing opportunities for young professionals to grow and learn. This global network of passionate Landscape Architects is ready to shape the future of the industry.
Join this community and engage with your peers, learn about the profession through potential mentorships, and more. Unleash your potential and take your first leap as a young Landscape Architect with IFLA in the Young LA Alliance. |
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