When: Monday, 10th of February 2025 at 6pm (GMT)
Where: M416 (Robin Evans Room), Marylebone Campus, University of Westminster, 35 Marylebone Road, NW1 5LS + Online
Peter Sharratt, Ma, DipArc, MSt IDBE (Cantab), RIBA, MIET, FRSA,
Professor of Practice, University of Westminster
Peter will make the case for a new design imperative, Strategic Design, in addressing the global growth challenges we face by applying design and systems thinking to solving complex and often contradictory problems. Drawing from his international professional experience leading a niche Strategic Design and Planning consultancy, he will explain what strategic design means, how it’s being deployed in practice and importantly, how architects’ unique skills can play a leading role in shaping the real-world solutions that make a difference. Examples include net zero transition strategies for organisations and cities in the Gulf region, policy innovation and post war recovery planning for Kyiv, and new approaches for economic infrastructure and urban development for emerging economies across Africa and SE Asia based.
Professional Practice Profile: With a background in award winning passive and low energy building design, Peter has held appointments at senior levels in international blue-chip design, engineering and management consultancies before setting up Fhoras Consulting, a niche strategic design consultancy advising cities, business and governments on sustainable development, economic infrastructure, climate resilience, Net Zero transition and inclusive, green growth strategies.