What is Future Heritage?

Hey there,

I'm truly glad you've joined this small digital world committed to the future heritage.

If you're wondering why I started this newsletter, let me explain.

For years, I've been wrestling with this question: In a world of rapid urban development, fleeting trends, and fast-food architecture, how do we create architecture that truly matters—not just for today, but for generations to come?

This isn't just academic curiosity. It's born from my experiences:

• Working on built heritage and in heritage sites (some of which are UNESCO enlisted), struggling to balance preservation with progress

• Advising Montenegro's Chief State Architect on 200+ projects that will shape our cities for years, decades, centuries

• Jurying in international urban-architectural competitions

• Mentoring students who are eager to make a lasting impact

There's a critical gap between the way we design now and the legacy we hope to leave. Future Heritage is my attempt to bridge that gap.

What to Expect:

Each issue will dive into an aspect of creating a meaningful habitat. We'll explore:

1. Design with Foresight: How to infuse your projects with cultural resonance that stands the test of time.
   

2. Quality Control Reimagined: Frameworks that elevate designs from good to potentially iconic.

3. Critical Thinking: Pressing research topics for future heritage.
   

4. Heritage in the Making: Spotlighting contemporary projects with the DNA of future landmarks.
   

5. Global Perspectives, Local Impact: Case studies that translate UNESCO-level thinking to everyday practice.

Why This Matters:

Whether you're an architect, visionary leader, or policymaker, the insights shared here will challenge you to think beyond the immediate. We're not just talking about buildings—we're exploring how to weave meaningful narratives into the fabric of our neighborhoods, cities, and landscapes.

What’s next for you:

The first full issue, "Landscape for Sale", tackles a pressing question: How do we preserve heritage landscapes in the face of commercial pressures?

Let's Build This Together:

• Struggling with a design challenge? Hit me up.

• Know someone who should be part of this forward-thinking community? Spread the word—great ideas grow when shared.

• Follow me on LinkedIn for additional content and discussions.

Once again, thanks for joining me. Remember, we're in the business of creating the future heritage.

Here's to crafting a future worth inheriting,

David

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