

Pablo Meninato: Informal settlements and social change.
Jan 22, 2025
In this discussion, Pablo Meninato, an Associate Professor of Architecture at Temple University, shares his expertise on informal settlements in Latin America. He explores the resilience of self-built communities and their impact on urban landscapes. Topics include the ethical responsibilities of architects, innovative urban transformation in Medellin, and the significance of community engagement in design. Pablo highlights the cultural dynamics of transnational informality and the urgent need for equitable policies to address urban challenges.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Urban Informality: A Latin American Perspective
05:40 • 3min
Ethics and Informality in Architecture
08:40 • 2min
Navigating Urban Labyrinths: Informal Settlements in Latin America
10:56 • 21min
Urban Transformation: Lessons from Medellin and Rio
32:15 • 2min
Transnational Informality in Latin America
34:09 • 4min
Architecture and Community Engagement
38:27 • 20min
Unseen Urbanization: Lessons from Informal Settlements
57:59 • 6min