The University of Florida School of Architecture hosted a Special Session of the Mayors’ Institute on City Design in Gainesville, FL from October 23-25, 2024.
Host
The UF School of Architecture deploys studio-based design and scenario modeling methodologies in collaboration with emerging experts in engineering, ecology, business, anthropology, artificial intelligence, energy, fine arts, medicine, and construction. As the third largest state population in the US and the fastest growing as of 2023, Florida faces both the challenges and opportunities that come with rapid and sustained growth. The School of Architecture is uniquely positioned to respond to these issues by deploying studio-based design and scenario modeling methodologies in collaboration with emerging experts in engineering, ecology, business, anthropology, artificial intelligence, energy, fine arts, medicine, and construction. Within the University of Florida, the State’s flagship research institution, a trove of researchers and faculty, dedicated to academic excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration, are focused on the demands of changing Florida culture.
Mayors
Harvey Ward | Gainesville, FL (Host)
Jared M. Kraham | Binghamton, NY
Derrick R. Wood | Dumfries, VA
Nancy Rodkin Rotering | Highland Park, IL
Thurman ‘Bill’ Bartie | Port Arthur, TX
Yvonne Flowers | Poughkeepsie, NY
Angie Deuitch | Michigan City, IN
Erin Easter | West Lafayette, IN
Resource Team
Claire Agre | Unknown Studio
Shane Hampton | Main Street America
Emily Koller | City of Amarillo
Radhika Mohan | Gensler
Lynn Osgood | Civic Arts
Amit Price Patel | Dialog
Kristopher Smith | LISC Jacksonville
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