Adaptive Futures: Reclaiming Labor and Material Flows

Join us for a conversation with landscape architect Jane Mah Hutton (Associate Professor, University of Waterloo) and architect Ruth Mandl (Principal, CO Adaptive) as they explore the processes of making and maintaining design constructions. Drawing from their expertise, Hutton-author of Reciprocal Landscapes: Stories of Material Movements-will discuss the social and ecological dimensions of material flows, tracing the journey of materials from their sources to architectural constructs. Mandl will highlight her innovative work in adaptive reuse and sustainable design, focusing on balancing operational and embodied energy to create resilient, energy-efficient buildings. Together, they will share insights on building responsibly for the future, emphasizing sustainable practices and equitable labor.

Supported by the Michael Owen Jones and Myles H. Thaler Endowments.