On this episode of Sketchy Design, Andy Dunmire delves into the fascinating world of intentional community building with David Litwak, CEO of Maxwell Social. Learn about the design thinking behind creating a space for genuine friendships in NYC, the surprising lessons Maxwell Social uncovered, and the science that underpins our need for connection, drawing from the U.S. Surgeon General's 2023 report on loneliness. From the power of clear boundaries to David’s concept of “friendship escape velocity,” we unpack the elements of designing for deeper social bonds.

Guest:

David Litwak, CEO of Maxwell Social (maxwellsocial.com, @maxwellsocial on X and Instagram) 

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https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/reports-and-publications/connection/index.html

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