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Alternative Design

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Lifelong Learning
Community Engagement
Game-Based Learning
Affordable Housing
Housing Justice
Workplace Design
Education
The Workplace In 2030
Live Lab
Gamification In Education
Chronic Disease Management
Study Hall
Future Of Work
Work/life Integration
Higher Education
Mental Health
X Journey
Esports
Collective Problem Solving
Employee Engagement

We want to help designers of space think like futurists so we can become makers of a better future.

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What if aging wasn’t about slowing down, but about redefining oneself and embracing new opportunities? In this episode, we explore an innovative approach to campus design that brings generations together, creating vibrant communities ... more

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What if the next game-changing amenity in office design isn’t a rooftop lounge or wellness room—but data? In this episode, we talk with Peter Choi, Design Principal at HOK, who challenges us to rethink the very systems that power our ... more

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We all know what joy feels like, but what does it mean to design for it? In Episode 34 of the Alternative Design Podcast, we sit down with Ron Swidler, CEO of The Gettys Group, to uncover how joy can transform from a simple emotion in... more

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In a world that's increasingly anxious, overstimulated, and surprisingly less colorful, the need for calming and supportive space design has never been greater. Episode 33 of the Alternative Design Podcast examines the essential role ... more

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Recent Guests

Alejandro Giraldo
Principal and leads the senior living practice at Perkins Eastman.
Perkins Eastman
Episode: The Quad's Oldest Residents
Peter Choi
Design principal at HOK's San Francisco office with a diverse range of projects.
HOK
Episode: Data Is the New Daylight
Rebecca Fairman
Chief Design Officer at Flip4Good
Flip4Good
Episode: The Case for Trauma Informed Everything
Alvin Oei
Senior manager for Disney Consumer Products, creating brand experiences.
Disney Consumer Products
Episode: Form Follows Fiction
Dr. Andrew Boozary
Executive Director of University Health Network's Gattuso Centre for Social Medicine, advocates housing as a form of healthcare.
University Health Network
Episode: Home as Your Healing Partner
Dr. Upali Nanda
EVP and Global Sector Director of Innovation at HKS, focused on integrating healthcare with home environments.
HKS
Episode: Home as Your Healing Partner
Manuela Colombo
Executive Director of Live Lab, working to empower communities through gaming
Live Lab
Episode: Serious Play: Gaming for Global Good
Heather McGowan
Future of work strategist, author, and keynote speaker
Episode: Live, Work, Learn: The Lifestyle of a Forever Student
Sean Panton
Design Principal at PBK Architects
PBK Architects
Episode: Sitting is the New Side Hustle: The Workplace in 2030

Hosts

Kaylin Reed
Host of Alternative Design Podcast, focusing on how design can shape a better future through innovative approaches and community involvement.
Caitlin Reed
Host of Alternative Design Podcast, engaged in discussions about design and community empowerment.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • Thought Provoking

    Kaelynn does a great job with the show and really brings in the design for future ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IPA-DET
    United States3 years ago
  • Loved every episode to date!

    Very interesting perspectives

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kjs941
    United States4 years ago
  • Thought provoking and fun

    This is not the typical content and perspective. Take a listen, you’ll love it. I do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LPNicholson
    United States4 years ago
  • Fresh

    Amazing topics and storytelling. Product quality is great. I leave each episode inspired and curious about the subject matter in the episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jedi Damion
    United States4 years ago
  • Intriguing

    Fascinating and fresh topics. Keeps me hanging on for future topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jjjjjjjjaaaaaaayyyyyyyyy
    United States4 years ago

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Many reviews emphasize the importance of the podcast in changing how they view design and its impact on society.
The focus on health and community resonates with professionals who are looking for inspiration and actionable insights in their work.
Listeners appreciate the innovative and thought-provoking nature of the discussions, often highlighting the unique perspectives on design.

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Q: How do you use humor and when do you use humor?
Incorporate third ideas for humor, delivering a thoughtful response instead of just going with the first idea.
Live, Work, Learn: The Lifestyle of a Forever Student
Q: What are the current needs of the workplace that's sort of driving this trend?
The need for employees to upskill is crucial, as jobs are disrupted every few years by new technologies and demands for new skill sets.
Sharing the Office: When Designers Play Matchmaker
Q: So how do you see the future of the office maybe unfolding either a bit differently than we had expected or maybe even just the value prop?
The office is going to always have value, but what we're defining as office is going to change considerably.
Sharing the Office: When Designers Play Matchmaker
Q: How do you determine what would be most important for the community to have in that space?
We've recognized that we can only figure out what's important by trying and engaging with the community directly.
Sharing the Office: When Designers Play Matchmaker
Q: So Stanley, what's the reaction, Ben, from your employees and also from the community?
There's generally been a very positive response, as it has helped connect people who might not have met otherwise.

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What is Alternative Design about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the intersection of design and future thinking, episodes focus on transforming spaces to enhance well-being and community engagement. By emphasizing innovative concepts such as trauma-informed design, hybrid workplaces, and healthcare integration in homes, the discussions aim to inspire designers to create environments that are not only functional but also nurturing and inclusive. Listeners gain insights from leading experts and thought leaders, encouraging a shift in perspective on how design can impact health, productivity, and social equity.

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1. Alejandro Giraldo
2. Peter Choi
3. Rebecca Fairman
4. Alvin Oei
5. Dr. Andrew Boozary
6. Dr. Upali Nanda
7. Manuela Colombo
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