Inspiring Sustainable Ways of Life, ft. Michael Woodford at White Arkitekter

Sustainable architecture is not only about technical performance. It is also about culture, decision-making, communication and designing places that support better ways of living.

Stephen Drew speaks with Michael Woodford of White Arkitekter about sustainable design, healthcare projects, practice culture, carbon calculation, AI and what architects need to communicate clearly as the market changes.

The conversation covers:

• How White Arkitekter approaches sustainable design
• What healthcare projects can teach about social and environmental impact
• How practice culture affects design quality
• Where carbon calculations and AI tools may help
• Why writing and advocacy still matter in architecture

Read the episode on Architecture Social: Inspiring Sustainable Ways of Life

Watch on YouTube: Michael Woodford at White Arkitekter

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Chapters

• 00:00 Friday introduction and sustainable design context
• 05:00 Healthcare projects and cancer centre design
• 10:00 Practice structure, ownership and culture
• 15:00 Carbon calculations and AI opportunities
• 20:00 Writing well and professional communication
• 25:00 Market conditions and developer confidence
• 30:00 Advocacy, decision-making and closing reflections

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