Category Archives: Social Design

Bmore Bgreen – Traveling Exhibit

April 2, 2010 in Shows, Social Design by ldulski

B more B green is a traveling sustainability exhibit developed jointly by the architectural firm of Hord Coplan Macht, S.H. Silverblatt Electrical Contractor, Silsam Energy Group and Baltimore Green Works. Through a unique combination of three-dimensional and interactive displays, the exhibit teaches children about the important concepts underlying sustainable living practices while facilitating a fun [...]

Design Convo #15: Sustainability

January 22, 2010 in Design Conversations, Social Design by Fred Scharmen

Join us for Baltimore Design Conversation #15, which will revolve around all aspects of “sustainability” in the large and small senses. The curator for this conversation is Geoff Stack, of Stack Coordination. Wednesday, February 3rd, 6:30 pm. At the Windup Space, 12 W. North Avenue, Baltimore.

Dome on the Range

August 25, 2009 in Social Design by Fred Scharmen

A student from southern Maryland is attempting to build, design, and -live in- a completely off-the-grid geodesic dome at his college campus, and he needs your help.

The Rise of Social Design

August 10, 2009 in Social Design by Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson

From architecture to product design to graphics, social justice is increasingly playing a role in how and what we create. Designers are expanding the definition of “design” and employing their skills in a host of new ways. What does that mean for the future of the practice?