Tomorrow by Design

By Tomorrow by Design

Join four young professionals on a journey as they tackle issues around sustainability in the built environment and people centred design in Kenya, with banter along the way.... more

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The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.

Tomorrow by Design episodes:

October 30, 202307. Walking In Nairobi with Dorcas Nyamai
Welcome to the second season of TBD!! A whole lot of content planned this time kicking off with a walk around the CBD with Dorcas Nthoki Nyamai, Urban Development Researcher at the IPS research group at the Department of Spatial Planning in Dortmund University. We explore what its like to travel by foot around the busy capital, and redesigning what walking in Nairobi could look like.
Show Notes:
Equality vs Equity Illustration (Angus Maguire adaptation) - https://interactioninstitute.org/illustrating-equality-vs-equity/

A Historical Account of Walking in Nairobi Within the Context of Spatial Justice by Dorcas Nthoki Nyamai - https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12132-022-09476-6

eBee (E-Bicycles for Africa) - https://ebee.africa/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhL6pBhDjARIsAGx8D5_p1gqFZC1PZpe0Wd8-W_1b3ZoCC9jf4DVqBaGu2ySSB8qrLPun8hQaAmU-EALw_wcB

Business Daily Article regarding NTSA Data on Pedestrian Deaths - https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/corporate/shipping-logistics/pedestrian-deaths-remain-top-as-road-fatalities-drop-4170326

Feedspot’s Top 60 Built Environment Podcasts - https://podcasts.feedspot.com/built_environment_podcasts/
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October 14, 2023 Season 2 Teaser
Are you ready??
Due to public demand, the crew is back! And what a way to get back but to make it on to Feedspot's Top 60 Built Environment Podcasts on the web.
A big thank you to Feedspot for the recognition, whose list can be viewed in the link below:
https://blog.feedspot.com/built_environment_podcasts/
Follow us on our socials to be updated on more cool stuff! See you soon...
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August 04, 2023 06. Built Environment Saga: Takes more than just One Piece
In this action-packed season finale, we're assembling a powerful team of professionals in the built environment, just like the Avengers, to discuss their pivotal roles in designing and driving sustainable development. Get ready to witness a collaboration of heroic proportions!
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50min
June 09, 2023 05. Green Buildings: The Introductory Sequel.
We continue the conversation by dipping our toes into various aspects on Green buildings: defining net zero, giving examples of such buildings and stepping it up to net positive. Sid shares a fun fact about buildings of 2050 while Annie drops a profound wheelbarrow quote for government offices.
Show Notes
Episode 5
Net Zero Definition
Net Zero vs Net Positive Buildings
Examples of Net Zero Buildings
Examples of Net Positive Buildings
Qwetu Residences
Sid’s fun fact about buildings in 2050
Annie’s wheelbarrow quote for government offices
Do you have a suggestion or question? Leave us a voice note on Spotify or DM us @tbd_kenya on social media.
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35min
April 25, 2023 04. Green building for dummies: part 1
In this episode, we dive into the world of sustainable buildings with a crash course for dummies on green building. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of eco-friendly construction, from passive design to living walls and everything in between. Whether you're a seasoned sustainability enthusiast or a total newbie, this episode will have you feeling like an expert on all things green building - or at least a little less clueless! So tune in and get ready to go green with the Tomorrow by Design team.
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23min
March 08, 2023 03. Attack on Titans on the Kenyan Expressway!
We shift our focus to the Kenyan Expressway, a major infrastructure project in Kenya's capital city. We discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with designing and building such a massive project and the impact it imposes on the lives of the people who use it.
We also have socials! You can reach us @tbd_kenya Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave a voice message on Spotify. We'd love to hear your feedback and suggestions for future episodes.
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35min
January 16, 2023 02. Of Nairobi beaches and sus buildings
Sid, Anne and Leanne talk about a couple of sustainability terms in relation to building materials and people, while Leanne feels compelled to talk of palm trees no where near the beaches! Anne and team agree that some buildings are sus by design and encourage the development of more local context buildings.
Want to talk to us? Leave a voice message on Spotify or drop a DM @tbd_kenya on both twitter and Instagram.
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22min
December 23, 2022 01. Highways and dat..
The TBD crew in this first episode talk about misbehaving infrastructure and contextualized building amongst other things. Have fun!
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29min
November 23, 2022 TBD: The Start
Welcome to the Tomorrow by Design podcast! We are a group of creatives within the built environment looking to make a lasting impact while having fun along the way. From breaking down sustainable construction to incorporating art in buildings and infrastructure, learn with us how we can interact better with and make the most of the buildings around us.
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4min

FAQs about Tomorrow by Design:

How many episodes does Tomorrow by Design have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.