Immersive Design: Creating Spaces Through Empathy

From advancing sustainable goals and delving into renewable power sources like tidal energy, to mastering the art of upcycling and upgrading existing infrastructure, John Ward, Chair of SJ’s Council of Engineering Excellence, shares how engineering excellence goes beyond theory to serve as a catalyst for transformative innovation and sustainability. This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

What does it take to transform urban spaces and shape the architecture of tomorrow? Patrick Fejér, Senior Executive Director of Architecture and Design, Buildings + Cities at SJ, shares his perspectives including how architects and designers must collaboratively contribute to create spaces that are adaptable, sustainable and responsive. This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

Across their roles in designing, engineering and maintaining towering skyscrapers and intricate infrastructure, women have long been key contributors to the built environment. Dr Michele Kruger, Chair of SJ’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Council, examines the intricate web of challenges that women face in the industry and explores strategies to dismantle them. This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

Singapore was ranked the fifth most liveable city in the world in 2023, a powerful testimony to the hard work urban planners, designers, engineers and facility management professionals put in day after day to maintain the Republic as a global business hub. Connectivity, sustainability, inclusivity and space efficiency are top design objectives in this dense city. Senior Executive Director, Architecture and Design, Michael Leong, guides us through the transformative impact of transit-oriented developments including the award-winning Northpoint City.  This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

How do we learn from the world’s best designer - nature? The short answer: Biomimicry. Jamie Miller, Director of Regenerative Design, shares his growing passion to apply nature’s basic principles to create a more sustainable built environment.This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

Empathy is an important consideration if designers want to create spaces that truly resonate with the end users. How does immersive design principles influence healthcare facilities? Charles Arnal, Senior Associate Director at SAA Architects, shares insights on how he and his team leaned on user experience and needs to design Singapore’s multiple award-winning nursing facility, St Joseph’s Home.This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

Coastal protection is a core part of James Lam’s work as SJ's Executive Director, Coastal Engineering & Management. Listen to his podcast as he shares about the importance of biomimicry and adaptability in planning coastal protection measures, while balancing national development needs. This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

Transitioning to renewable energy is often a delicate balance between reliability, sustainability and affordability. Tan Wooi Leong, Senior Executive Director, Energy explains this trilemma countries confront as they power towards a net zero future. This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

How do we balance the charm of an old city with the need for development and modern amenities? Urban Planning involves balancing diverse and often conflicting needs of many stakeholders in a community. Tan Eng Kiat, Deputy Director for Urban Planning and Design at Surbana Jurong, shares the finer points of designing cities for a sustainable future while meeting the needs of the present.This podcast is brought to you by SJ.

How do we lower the lifecycle emissions of our cities? We know that lowering operational carbon is one way, and designing buildings to last longer is another. What most people don’t know, though, is that buildings that are operated and maintained easily in fact lowers lifecycle emissions and keeps operational costs manageable. Find out more about designing for maintainability with Praveen Chandrashekar, Regional Director Asia, Sustainability & Resilience Office.Maintainable Design Appraisal System (MiDAS) - https://www1.bca.gov.sg/buildsg/facilities-management-fm/design-for-maintainability/maintainable-design-appraisal-system-midasThis podcast is brought to you by SJ.