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Light, Cities + Architecture.Author: Justine Costigan and Antony DiMase
Exploring how the history of design and the built environment shapes our present and future. Join Justine Costigan and Antony DiMase as they dive into the ideas and issues that matter today. From design and architecture to environmental consciousness and storytelling in the media, we cover it all to help you stay informed. Discover the challenges and opportunities in creating a better-designed world by reflecting on the works that have shaped our present. #DesignPodcast #Sustainability #Storytelling #Architecture Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Power of Light: The Modern World’s Uneasy Relationship to Light
Episode 6
Monday, 11 May, 2026
In this episode of Lights, Cities and Architecture, we explore the fundamental role of light in shaping how we experience the world around us. From the science of what light is, to its impact on human perception, health, and circadian rhythms, the conversation moves between technical insight and philosophical reflection.We discuss how artificial lighting has transformed modern cities into 24-hour environments, often at the cost of our connection to the natural night sky. The episode also highlights the importance of darkness — not only for human well-being, but for ecosystems, cultural practices, and our sense of place in the universe.Drawing from architecture, urban design, and art, including the work of James Turrell and the Light and Space movement, this episode invites listeners to reconsider light not just as a tool, but as a powerful medium that shapes experience, emotion, and meaning.
