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The Aesthetic City

Ruben Hanssen
Architecture
Urban Design
New Urbanism
Urban Planning
Urban Development
Sustainability
Poundbury
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Traditional Architecture
Urban Renaissance
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How come our modern cities have become so hostile to humans, so ugly, car-oriented and grey? What is the solution to these problems - how can we return to a more human, beautiful and liveable city? In this podcast, host Ruben Hanssen interviews experts in the fields of architecture, urban planning and urban design to find out how we can improve our cities, our architecture and our streets, in orde... more

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Diana Trushell is the founder of The Design Professor, an online education platform for creative professionals who are interested in examine design through the lens of psychology, nature and history.

Diana is currently a lecturer at both Columbia U... more

In this special episode, Bart Urban interviews Ruben about the launch of their new course: The Aesthetic City Academy!

They discuss:

* What the course is all about

* Who's it for (and who it isn't for)

* How it should help fill a gap in educa... more

Aaron Lubeck is a designer, builder, and urbanist who’s spent over two decades shaping sustainable, walkable, and affordable communities, with a deep-rooted passion for the US South. He’s the founder of Southern Urbanism, a platform dedicated to reim... more

Chuck Marohn is a civil engineer, urban planner, and the founder of StrongTowns: an organization that has been shaking up the world of planning, development, and local governance with one powerful idea: that many of our cities, especially in North Am... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron Lubeck
Designer and builder with a focus on sustainable urbanism
Founder of Southern Urbanism and On Housing
Episode: #51 - Aaron Lubeck
Guy Courtois
Strategist and urbanism visionary, founder of Collection Courtois, and organizer of urban renaissance initiatives.
Collection Courtois
Episode: #47 - Guy Courtois: Towards an Urban Renaissance
Coby Lefkowitz
Urbanist, developer, and writer based in New York City
Co-founder of Backyard
Episode: #46 - Coby Lefkowitz, part III: Building Optimism
Eldin Smajlović
A painter, published author, and host of The Immortal Art podcast and YouTube channel, specializing in ancient art and history.
The Immortal Art
Episode: #45 - Eldin Smajlović, The Immortal Art Podcast: The First Cities
Alicia Pederson
Advocate for traditional courtyard urbanism and urban planning expert
Episode: #44 - Alicia Pederson, the Courtyard Urbanist: How Courtyard Urbanism Could Improve American Cities
Léon Krier
Urbanist, architect, and thinker known for his designs and writings about urbanism and architecture.
Episode: #43 - Léon Krier (part 2): The Story of Poundbury
Lew Oliver
Atlanta based designer, urbanist and master planner, known for advancing new urbanism.
Episode: #41 - Lew Oliver: New Urbanism, Humane Design, Facades as Masks & Architectural Truth Bombs
Jonathan Weatherill
Architect based in Rome and professor at Notre Dame University
Notre Dame University School of Architecture
Episode: #40 - Jonathan Weatherill: Teaching in Rome, Drawing, Moving towards Traditional Architecture Without the Myths
Micah Springut
Entrepreneur and founder of Monumental Labs, focused on modern stone carving using AI and robotics.
Monumental Labs
Episode: #38 - Micah Springut, Monumental Labs: Disrupting How We Build - Robotics, AI & Automated Stone Carving

Host

Ruben Hanssen
Host engaged in discussions around improving urban aesthetics and design, focusing on making cities more beautiful and human-friendly through expert insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 165 ratings
  • Essential listening

    TAC has quickly become my favourite podcast, and has proven a great intro for this relative late-comer to the industry.

    Ruben does a great job of gently squeezing the wisdom from each of his guests, and champions traditional approaches without ignoring their challenges or trade-offs.

    Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RMCB1979
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Mind-opening

    I’m a retired architect and actually don’t think about building much these days. I stumbled upon the related YouTube channel and then started listening to this podcast.

    It’s making me reevaluate traditional architecture which is a really interesting experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dougitect
    United States2 years ago
  • Great urbanism podcast

    The Aesthetic City podcast is well worth a listen for anyone interested in urbanism and architecture

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hôtels689
    Australia3 years ago
  • A Second Renaissance in Architecture

    Inspiring conversations for those seeking more traditional urban beauty.

    I was waiting for a podcast on the topic and this one hits the spot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @MFergal
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Lets return to beauty

    Great podcast that focusses on why we have lost the ability to build beautiful classical buildings. Really interesting guests and asks the question, should we be demanding more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Embryonicboy
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast is praised for advocating a return to beauty and humanity in urban spaces, resonating with those passionate about sustainable development.
Many reviews highlight the quality of conversation and the host's skill in drawing meaningful insights from guests, making complex topics accessible and engaging.
Listeners commend the podcast for its insightful interviews with experts in urban design and architecture, appreciating the focus on community and aesthetic improvements in city planning.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#118
United States/Arts/Design
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#79
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#172
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#89
Austria/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#98
Norway/Arts/Design
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#98
Indonesia/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#50 - Chuck Marohn, StrongTowns
Q: What cities have you seen that are applying the StrongTowns principles successfully?
The most successful cases are often in poorer, underserved cities like Memphis, Shreveport, and Detroit, where there's an openness to change.
#50 - Chuck Marohn, StrongTowns
Q: What was the moment you realized that you needed to start StrongTowns? What was the catalyst for that?
It was a long process of intellectual dead ends and noticing issues with how cities manage their finances.
#49 - Kevin Klinkenberg, the Messy City: Fixing Architecture School & Making US Cities Walkable
Q: What do you think the future looks like for planning and zoning?
I'm optimistic, as we are rediscovering what matters in creating beautiful places.
#49 - Kevin Klinkenberg, the Messy City: Fixing Architecture School & Making US Cities Walkable
Q: What has happened in US urbanism since you published your book?
There is a growing market interest in humane, walkable places, but built changes lag behind demand.
#48: Sabin Howard: Classical Sculpture & The Quest for Beauty
Q: How can we break through in architecture, for example, if you propose something that uses order, proportion, symmetry?
It starts in the education system, teaching the values and skills of traditional art forms to bring back a sense of beauty.

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Exploring the intersection of urban design, architecture, and community well-being, the content focuses on the need for a renaissance in how cities are planned and constructed. Hosting a variety of experts, the discussions highlight sustainability, historical architectural practices, and the essential role of beauty in urban environments, advocating for spaces that prioritize human experience over car-centric designs. The podcast stands out by blending theory with actionable insights, fostering a conversation around creating aesthetically pleasing and functional urban spaces that cater to the needs of residents and communities alike.

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1. Aaron Lubeck
2. Guy Courtois
3. Coby Lefkowitz
4. Eldin Smajlović
5. Alicia Pederson
6. Léon Krier
7. Lew Oliver
8. Jonathan Weatherill

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