Architecture that's built to heal

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September 15, 2016 Today’s TED Talk Architecture that's built to heal 15:38 minutes · TED2016 Architecture is more than a clever arrangement of bricks. In this eloquent talk, Michael Murphy shows how he and his team look far beyond the blueprint when they're designing. Considering factors from airflow to light, theirs is a holistic approach that produces community as well as (beautiful) buildings. He takes us on a tour of projects in countries such as Rwanda and Haiti, and reveals a moving, ambitious plan for The Memorial to Peace and Justice, which he hopes will heal hearts in the American South. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Design giants From graphics to products, check out these talks by some of the world's greatest designers. Watch » 14 talks · Total run time 4:05:27 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM Why it's so tempting to build walls and shut people out (and what to do instead) Why do humans often want to create a world of "us" vs. "them"? And what can we do about this unhelpful, often damaging, yet somehow reassuring instinct? Psychologist Robert Waldinger has some useful advice. Read more » Join us on Facebook Follow us @TEDTalks

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