Selma Harrington pt 1 – Architecture, Advocacy, and Heritage
Selma Harrington, an architect and educator, discusses her career spanning architecture, design, and advocacy for sustainable built environments. She reflects on modernist heritage in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the impact of post-war neglect on architecture, and her research into the transformation of the Historical Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina. A fascinating look into the intersections of architecture, history, and European identity.
Architectural education and practice Sustainability Heritage preservation Art and culture Aesthetics Interdisciplinary approach Cultural heritage and diversitySelma Harrington pt 2 – European Architecture and the New Bauhaus
What makes architecture distinctly European? Selma Harrington explores the cultural and ideological underpinnings of European architecture, discussing modernism, internationalism, and the New European Bauhaus initiative. She highlights the role of collaboration, sustainability, and community engagement in shaping a built environment that is both functional and meaningful.
European collaboration and policy New European Bauhaus Sustainability Community engagement Interdisciplinary approach Heritage preservationSelma Harrington pt 3 – Preserving Heritage, Policy Conflicts, and Water Mapping
How do you balance historic preservation with modern accessibility? Selma Harrington discusses the complexities of architectural policy, the contradictions in conservation regulations, and the challenges of adapting heritage buildings. She also introduces "Map for Water," an initiative mapping Sarajevo’s historic drinking fountains, blending sustainability, heritage, and civic engagement.
Heritage preservation Sustainability Local and regional solutions Accessibility Water management and design Policy-making and evaluationSelma Harrington pt 4 – Digital Tools and the Future of Architecture
From parametric modelling to virtual collaboration, digital tools are transforming architecture—but at what cost? Selma Harrington delves into the challenges and opportunities of digitalisation in architectural practice. She examines the economic pressures on small firms, the benefits of digital modelling, and the evolving role of technology in shaping how architects work and collaborate.
AI and digital tools Architectural education and practice European collaboration and policy Technology integration Digitalization and innovation Interdisciplinary approachSelma Harrington pt 5 – Who Designs Our Cities? Community Engagement & Urban Planning
Should non-experts have a say in urban planning? Selma Harrington unpacks the role of public engagement in shaping the built environment, discussing digital tools like urban modelling and digital twins. She shares case studies of how visualisation has changed urban development and highlights the power of collaborative design in avoiding disastrous planning mistakes.
Community engagement Urban design and development Co-creation and participatory design Interdisciplinary approach Architectural education and practice AI and digital toolsSelma Harrington pt 6 – AI, Digital Education, and the Role of Water in Urban Identity
How is AI reshaping architecture and design education? Selma Harrington reflects on digital learning, the balance between technology and creativity, and the continued relevance of hand-drawn sketches. She also explores the cultural and political significance of water in urban design, from Ottoman-era fountains to contemporary concerns about privatisation and sustainability.
Education innovation AI and digital tools Architectural education and practice Technology integration Interdisciplinary approach Water management and design