An expert panel discussion focusing on the architectural und urban qualities of self-initiated development and how these can be transferred as principles to new projects in the conditions of other cities.

How can new processes in architectural production contribute to a sustainable urban development and which policy adjustments enable new typologies and hybrid programs?

GUESTS:

Ute Weiland, Dep. Director of the Alfred Herrhausen Society, International Forum of the Deutsche Bank: On synergies between governance and self-initiated, alternative development and the effects on the neighborhood – an international view point.

Paola Alfaro d´Alencon, TU Berlin Urban Research and Design Laboratory: on Ephemere Development, initiatives and their short and longer-term effects – a look at three case studies.

Prof. Irena Baumann, Bauman Lyons Architects, University of Sheffield, UK: On Retrofitting Neighbourhoods: Small Blueprints Big Transformation. Sam Brown, Researcher – NaCSBA Research & Development Programme, UK: On Collective Custom Build, Right to Build legislation the goals of the Urban Room policy.

Tina Saaby, City Architect at Copenhagen Municipality: On Strategic Urbanism.

Tuukka Linnas, architect, Kalasatama and Malmi Project, Helsinki City Planning Department, Finnland: “Learning from Berlin – Creating Possibilities for Co-Housing in Kalasatama, Helsinki”.

Dr. Klaus Boemer, Managing Director of Gewobag EB (Berlin): On how alternative models can work for large scale, mixed-use developments—example of the Eckwerk, Holzmarkt, Berlin.

Florian Koehl, Architect and initiator of Berlin Baugruppen Projects: On parameters for the future of Baugruppen.

CONCEPT and MODERATION by: Kristien Ring AA PROJECTS – author of SELF MADE CITY and URBAN LIVING