Lecture: “Mission Neighbourhood – (Re)forming communities”
The neighbourhood is a fundamental physical and social horizon for human life. Yet, the intricate mix of relations that makes up a neighbourhood is rarely given the attention it deserves in policy making or urban planning. As Director and Chief Curator of the Oslo Architecture Triennale from 2021-2024, Christian Pagh dedicated his curatorship to exploring neighbourhoods as a horizon for reforming urban and societal development. The lecture – and book – Mission Neighbourhood – (Re)forming Communities, offers insight into how to form more sustainable, diverse and meaningful neighbourhoods, and explores the urgent urban issues of our time – from social infrastructure, nature and biodiversity, to mobility and urban governance – from a neighbourhood perspective. Intent on inspiring action, the lecture includes best practice projects, perspectives and hands-on advice from Pagh’s experience in the intersections between urban planning, design and culture.
