Designing Solutions: Landscape Architecture, Urban Development, and Community Building with Nate Lahy
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Designing Solutions: Landscape Architecture, Urban Development, and Community Building with Nate Lahy

Apr 3, 2025 • 67 mins

Nate Lahy joins the episode to explore landscape architecture, sharing his morning routine and favorite inspirational books. He discusses Orbis Landscape Architecture and the field's evolution, focusing on innovative flood management in Norfolk. The conversation emphasizes historical context, networking, and community-building. Additional topics include insights from Rick Rubin's book, the value of authors narrating their works, and fostering relationships with Assembly. The episode wraps up with local food recommendations and business shout-outs.

Key Points

  • Community engagement can be sparked through simple interactions in everyday places like coffee shops, leading to meaningful connections and opportunities.
  • Norfolk's historical development involved significant environmental changes, such as filling in creeks and wetlands, which now contribute to its flooding issues.
  • Landscape architecture is evolving to prioritize sustainable and holistic designs that consider environmental impact, wildlife, and community stories.
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