What does it mean to be a strategic urbanist? with Sem Lee

What does it mean to be a strategic urbanist? with Sem Lee

Author: Anylab Experimental Studio September 29, 2023 Duration: 10:41

Ecocity World Summit Special Episode

In this episode, Nurgul Yardim sits down with Sam Lee, a strategic urbanist and the founder of OURI Labs. If you're passionate about urban design, sustainability, and the future of our cities, this episode is a must-listen.

Join us for an engaging conversation where Sam discusses her work in creating healthier and more sustainable urban environments, her commitment to participatory governance and design, and her vision for a regenerative future for our cities and communities.

Get ready to be inspired and motivated to take action towards a better urban world.


From the team at Anylab Experimental Studio comes AnylabTalks, a series of conversations that lives in the rich, often overlooked spaces where artistic practice, architectural thinking, and design philosophy converge. This isn't about surface-level trends or finished portfolios; it's about digging into the foundational stories and personal inquiries that actually shape creative work. You'll hear discussions that move from the grand scale of a city's form to the subtle detail of a material's texture, always with an ear for the narrative that changes how we see these disciplines. The podcast creates a particular kind of atmosphere-one where assumptions are gently dismantled and familiar concepts are turned over to reveal their undersides. Each episode feels like stepping into a studio mid-process, where the goal is less about definitive answers and more about fostering a genuine, deep reflection on what it means to make and think about the world around us. It's for anyone who believes that the most interesting ideas are found in the overlaps and collisions, and who enjoys listening as a conversation patiently unfolds toward new, unexpected points of contemplation. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of the forces that quietly drive art, architecture, and design forward.
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