Unhinged: A Design Discourse

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Conversations on African Urban futures, placemaking, memory, AI, delivery systems and the politics of Space. Architecture or Design not as an object but influence- As narrative, as control and as possibility

  1. Jul 3

    Art as a medium of Expression with Wilson Ngoni

    In this episode, we explore art as a medium of expression and its profound ability to tell stories, preserve culture, challenge perspectives, and inspire social change. From painting and sculpture to architecture, design, photography, and film, we discuss how creative expression shapes our identities and influences the world around us. https://youtu.be/zltS02MIv60?si=kwouY3hpIduLxx1u

  2. Jun 1

    Street Design & Politics of Urban Transportation& Mobility | Ben Wolf

    What happens when a street becomes a political battleground? In this episode, we speak with Ben Wolf, director of Changing Lanes, about the real-life story behind a controversial street redesign in Brooklyn and what it reveals about the future of cities. We explore the intersection of urban transportation, street design, community activism, public space, and politics. Ben shares insights into the filmmaking process, the power of civic engagement, and why decisions about roads, bike lanes, and mobility are ultimately decisions about the kind of cities we want to build. This conversation is a deep dive into how infrastructure shapes culture, how communities influence urban policy, and why the design of our streets matters more than ever.

  3. May 18

    How Language Shapes Design?Design Thinking & Interpretation W/LEMASEYA KHAMA

    In this episode we explore the deeper meaning behind architecture beyond aesthetics and construction. The conversation dives into the essence of space and human experience, the importance of truth and honesty in design, the role of cultural identity in architectural expression, and how language influences the way we think about and create spaces.This conversation further explores the need for self-expression in architecture and why meaningful design should reflect people, culture, and lived experiences rather than simply trends.#unhingedpodcast #architecture #designpodcast #africanarchitecture #modernism #culturalheritage #designthinking #interiorarchitecture #urbandesign #creativeexpression #architecturestudents #builtenvironment #designculture #SpatialExperience #ArchitectureTalks

  4. Apr 15

    Who owns African design? W/ Lethabo Xulu

    African design is rising but who owns it? In this episode , Lethabo Xulu unpacks culture, authorship, and spatial imagination through motherhood, memory, and power. A provocative conversation on context, identity, and the future of African cities and who gets to design them. https://youtu.be/_CoFS4HmrDc?si=mS8Oyw7rcYKvKL3p

  5. Mar 3

    Neuroarchitecture With Dr Kaveh Fattahi

    Discover how neuroscience is reshaping architecture, urban design, and the built environment by revealing how space affects stress, memory, focus, creativity, and mental health.We unpack how design decisions influence the nervous system, cognitive performance, and emotional wellbeing. Can architecture reduce anxiety? Can cities improve attention spans? Are we designing for productivity or for human flourishing?This conversation bridges architecture, neuroscience, psychology, and urbanism to challenge traditional design thinking and introduce a more human-centered, body-aware approach to space.#unhingedpodcast #architecture #neuroscience #psychology

  6. Feb 25

    Construction Quality Control, Risk & Dispute Management

    Construction projects don’t fail by accident , they fail through gaps in quality control, unmanaged risk, and unresolved disputes. In this episode we take a deep dive into quality assurance (QA), quality control (QA/QC), risk management, and dispute resolution in construction management. From project inception to close-out, we explore how strong project controls prevent cost overruns, delays, scope creep, and construction claims. #ConstructionManagement #Engineering #Architecture

  7. 12/08/2025

    Conscious Home Design w/ Talor Stewart

    ⁠In this episode, architect and bestselling author Talor Stewart shares powerful insights from 25+ years of designing single-family homes and intentional communities across the U.S. and internationally.Talor reveals why many families experience daily “friction” in their homes—and how thoughtful architectural design can remove barriers to wellbeing, creativity, movement, rest, and meaningful relationships. His approach blends practical design strategies with a deep understanding of how space shapes human behaviour. https://youtu.be/VP8gZMD9KIs?si=rrIA4xjWcAOdY6yN

  8. 11/20/2025

    Multi Sensory Design in Architecture With Samuel Thuo

    What if buildings could speak to our senses, trigger emotions, and create human connection? In this episode, we explore the world of multisensory design, a way of thinking about architecture that goes beyond visuals to engage sound, touch, scent, movement, memory, and atmosphere.Our guest breaks down how architects can design with empathy, for the human body, and for emotional wellbeing — creating spaces that feel alive and truly support human experience.#Architecture #Design #Construction #InteriorDesign

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