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Join Principal Architect, Mitchell Rocheleau in this interview with Dr. Moudhy Al-Rashid, author of "Between Two Rivers: Ancient Mesopotamia and The Birth of History", Historian and honorary fellow at Wolfson College, University of Oxford.

We discuss the importance of the creation of cities, early beginnings of Mesopotamia as a place and the incredible technologies from irrigation and writing systems that were essential to the environment. Watch to understand why studying ancient Mesopotamia is vital for our understanding of our present societies and how evolution of these creations has affected our current life and the ways in which we access basic needs.

Watch the Full Episode & Read Along on Our Website | https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/7/25/dr-moudhy-al-rashid-on-understanding-ancient-mesopotamia

Connect with Dr. Al-Rashid |
BlueSky | https://bsky.app/profile/moudhy.bsky.social
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drmoudhy/
Wolfson College Oxford | https://www.wolfson.ox.ac.uk/person/moudhy-al-rashid/
Between Two Rivers: Ancient Mesopotamia and the Birth of History | https://a.co/d/axAafLb

Mitchell Rocheleau of ROST Architects dives into the fascinating story of Central Park's creation, from its inception as a public space for all New Yorkers to its role as a restorative haven and symbol of democratic ideals.

Why is Central Park important for our generation to understand? Through collective self-awareness and community intention Central Park's design created an enduring legacy as a place for recreation, social interaction, and civic engagement. Through reconnection with the natural world and exposure to nature in an individual's life, New York was able to make a cultural statement for restorative public space within a city.

Explore YouTube Episode:

https://youtu.be/HHlwUm9OhTI

Explore Central Park:

https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/7/18/central-park-early-history-of-new-york

https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2024/9/23/history-of-the-design-and-development-of-central-park-in-new-york-city?rq=central

The High Line in New York City is an iconic example of urban revitalization, transforming an abandoned industrial rail line into a vibrant, landscaped public park. The High Line story is one of evolution, from its origins as a bustling freight rail line to its decline and eventual rebirth as a symbol of innovative landscape, urban design.

Experiencing the High Line was a thought provoking and energizing experience. It made me feel optimistic about the future of our cities, and it showed awareness and an effort to reintegrate nature into our urban environments.

Watch the Full Episode:

https://youtu.be/vyGWy1KLLx0

Read the Article on our Website:

https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/7/11/the-high-lines-impact-on-new-york-city

Learn more about The High Line: https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2024/6/14/the-story-behind-the-high-line-in-new-york-city

On this episode of our Live Series: ROST Talks, we answer your biggest questions about designing and building a custom home! No topic is off-limits, from budgeting and timelines to choosing materials and working with builders. Whether you're just getting started or already deep in the process, we're here to help guide you every step of the way.

Watch the Episode:

https://youtu.be/wi28I6o_5jM

Architect Mitchell Rocheleau discusses the importance behind Architecture History. Architecture can provide glimpses into human history, allowing us to understand the evolution and development of the human species. Learn the stories Architecture History tells us, from prehistoric structures to contemporary architecture, we can see what was important to humans at the time.

Watch the Episode:

https://youtu.be/d9oT1cdYuMM

Read the Article:

https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/6/27/the-stories-architecture-tells-us

Architect Mitchell Rocheleau was invited by Josh Cooperman to speak on Convo by Design, a podcast that was created by Josh to “share stories behind design and amplify ideas that make better the way we live, work & play.” The conversation centered around ROST Architects intentions and approach to creating designs for the human experience. Listen to the episode or read the conversation to hear the ideas shared and explored during this thought-provoking conversation.

Convo by Design Podcast: https://convobydesign.com/

Read the Article: https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/6/16/reflection-intention-and-resilience-the-deeper-meaning-of-the-built-world-rost-architects-guest-feature

Alexandria is often overlooked when in comparison with ancient Athens or Rome. However, this city does deserve some further investigation due to its interesting philosophies, ideas, and concepts that it was conceived upon, primarily those of Alexander the Great, and how he conceived the city, how he founded it, and how he began to lay out the preliminary planning of the city. Architect Mitchell Rocheleau highlights the natural landscape features, philosophies, and cultural influences that helped Alexander the Great design the city, including two of its most notable architectural works, the Library & the Lighthouse.

Watch the Episode Here:

https://youtu.be/W5ALlzG93Hc

Read the Article on our Website:

www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/6/18/a-history-of-the-ancient-city-of-alexandria

What makes Stonehenge so captivating? This enigmatic Neolithic monument offers a window into our past and the lives of our ancestors. Stonehenge provides insights into their values, societal norms, and psychology. It unveils their astonishing level of sophistication, intricate communication networks, complex collaboration methods, and a deeply intuitive community with a profound understanding of materials, construction techniques, ecology, and astronomy. This megalithic marvel has the potential to enlighten us about our own journey and the evolution of our species.

Read the Article Here:

https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/2/12/stonehenge-architectural-and-archaeological-history

Architect Mitchell Rocheleau travels to England and France to explore Gothic Cathedrals and uncover the ideas and concepts that led to their creation. The ideas of light, luminosity, and transparency created an innovative form of architecture that has attracted people worldwide. Learn about the origins and history of these stunning works of architecture.

Watch the Episode Here:

https://youtu.be/EWRX7BMGao0

Read the article on our website:

https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2024/5/29/the-gothic-era-the-evolution-of-a-new-architecture?rq=gothic

Principal and Architect of ROST Architects, Mitchell Rocheleau, meets with Mike Parker Pearson. Mike is an English archeologist specializing in the study of Neolithic Britain, most notably Stonehenge. He was the director at the Stonehenge Riverside Project and the author of several books, including Stonehenge - A New Understanding.

Mike has firsthand knowledge of the site and a deep understanding of its rich history and has been intimately involved with Stonehenge for decades. He continues to conduct excavations studying the origins of the stones used at Stonehenge.

Watch the Interview:

https://youtu.be/7eT9q5Poe5g

Read the article that inspired the conversation:

https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2025/2/12/stonehenge-architectural-and-archaeological-history

Mike Parker Pearson:

https://g.co/kgs/bmDgGGX