The Documentary Podcast

The Cultural Frontline: Bjarke Ingels

Mar 23, 2024

Explore how Danish architect Bjarke Ingels combines fun and creativity with climate change protection in NYC post-Hurricane Sandy. From ski slopes on power stations to visionary urban designs, discover his innovative solutions for a more resilient and sustainable future.

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Innovative flood defence system for Manhattan inspired by Star Wars, blending functionality with aesthetic design to combat climate change.

Community engagement crucial for projects like Manhattan Flood Project, balancing public interests, infrastructure needs, and urban resilience.

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Architectural Innovation in Flood Defence

Bianca Ingalls, the Danish architect, is behind the Manhattan Flood Project addressing the impact of climate change. The project features a unique flood defence system resembling a component from Star Wars, creating a tight seal to protect the city from river surges. Ingalls' innovative approach focuses on both functionality and aesthetics, blending engineering precision with artistic design to combat natural disasters like Hurricane Sandy.

Introduction

2min

Architectural Marvels in New York City

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Promotion of Women-Centric Podcasts and Juvederm Ad

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Evolution of the Dry Line Project in Manhattan

8min

Urban Resilience and Sustainable Design Innovations

4min

Bjarke Ingels is the Danish architect who is responsible for creating the flood defence project for Manhattan. In 2012 Hurricane Sandy saw flood water rise up to 2.4 metres. Lives were lost, the city’s transportation system was brought to a stand-still and the New York Stock exchange was closed for two days. As a child, Bjarke wanted to draw comic books and walk on roofs and the buildings that he’s designed include a power station with a ski slope. How can he build his sense of fun and creativity into vital protection against climate change? Razia Iqbal meets Bjarke for The Cultural Frontline on the BBC World Service.

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The Documentary Podcast

The Cultural Frontline: Bjarke Ingels

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Architectural Innovation in Flood Defence

Community Engagement and Challenges

Vision for Sustainable Urban Development

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