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LecturesFredrik Skåtar regularly holds lectures at universities and in the commercial sector. Fredrik Skåtar’s lectures revolve around promoting what he regards as architecture’s primary driving force: the often neglected vague, artistic facets.on this page, you can see introduction videos for Fredrik Skåtar’s lectures.
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An introduction to Jane JacobsIn this lecture, Fredrik Skåtar gives an introduction to Jane Jacobs: her four conditions for a healthy and diverse city maintained from the bottom up. Then, we look at her personal story and findings, her observations and descriptions of activity and architecture in urban public spaces. Finally, the lecture discusses Jacobs’ legacy and influence today. -
Architecture is sustainableDriven by climate change and public demand for climate-friendly architectural solutions, sustainability is ever more present in society. But what does the term mean for architecture? Arguably, sustainable architecture focuses primarily on technical-environmental solutions, which is, of course, valuable. But is there not a risk of forgetting the full scope of the term, such as cultural, societal, and artistic sustainability? -
Upgraded toolsOn future architectural and design strategies amid rapid technological development. Constantly challenged by new digital design methods, the debate gets confused. Are these new tools redefining architecture and design? No, not at all. Mastering the architectural profession is complex enough; we don't need to add additional functions to it, no matter how exciting a specific technology might be. What we need to do, though, is to discuss our attitudes towards technology and, thus, how it could convert our ideas into real projects. -
Interested in Fredrik Skåtar's lectures?Fredrik Skåtar adapts and customises his lectures, putting questions relevant to current societal issues and the client’s ongoing projects. Therefore, the following discussion is just as important as the lecture itself. Fredrik and his clients have enjoyed many insightful conversations about the lecture topics. Fredrik Skåtar’s holds his lectures in English, German or Swedish, via ZOOM, TEAMS or at an arranged location.If you are a faculty or a company that wants to book a lecture, please contact Fredrik’s studio.
