
Episode #126
Why Architects Are Key to Solving Climate Change | Winka Dubbeldam, Archi-Tectonics
In this episode, Winka Dubbeldam, Founding Partner Archi-Tectonics NYC LLC and Director & CEO at SCI-Arc Los Angeles. A renowned architect and educator, shares her journey from Europe to the US, her influences, and her insights on the future of architecture with AI and sustainability. key topics Winka's career journey from the Netherlands to the US Influences from Rem Koolhaas, Stephen Hall, Bernard Chumi, and Peter Eiserman Evolution of teaching methods with digital tools and AI The role of AI in architectural research and design Architects' responsibility in addressing global warming and sustainability Winka's work in Latin America and Africa on sustainable projects The importance of diversity and global perspectives in architecture Balancing scientific and artistic aspects of architecture Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Winka Dubbeldam and her background 02:09 Evolution of teaching methods with digital tools and AI 06:35 Current capabilities and limitations of AI in architecture 09:16 A typical week in Winka's professional life 10:47 Lessons learned from career challenges and crises 12:29 Projects during crises: urban planning and social impact 14:14 Supporting Latin American architecture and diversity 16:45 The responsibility of architects in climate action 18:06 Rapid fire questions: personal favorites and future wishes 19:25 Closing thoughts and message to aspiring architects Learn more about SCI-Arc here: https://www.sciarc.edu/ If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link : https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/






