In this episode of Talking Place, Rosa Rogina, Director of the London Festival of Architecture (LFA), joins host Tanisha Raffiuddin to explore the evolving role of city wide architecture festivals in shaping inclusive, responsive, and people-centered cities.
Rosa shares her journey from architecture student in Croatia to curating one of the world’s largest citywide architecture festivals in London. With a background in research, teaching, and curation, Rosa discusses how architecture is more than just buildings—it’s about activating the public realm, celebrating difference, and listening to the diverse voices that make a city thrive.
Discover how the LFA continues to evolve as a collaborative platform that connects communities, challenges norms, and fosters experimentation—from performative events and pop-up benches to citywide storytelling. Rosa also reflects on the emotional layers of place, her love for the Island of Rab in Croatia, and why disagreement should be embraced in the design process.
Whether you're a designer, policymaker, student, or urban enthusiast, this conversation offers powerful insights into how cities can be shaped by and for the people who inhabit them.
Join us as we ‘Talk Place’.
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