Humanitarian Architecture: Urgency to Resilience

This lecture explores the challenges of rebuilding after natural disasters or conflicts, focusing on the 'do-no-harm' approach to reconstruction. It discusses respecting the real needs, culture, and traditions of affected populations, as well as involving local assistance. The course presents examples of infrastructure reconstruction projects in various contexts, such as Myanmar, Haiti, and the Philippines, highlighting the phases from emergency response to long-term reconstruction. It also addresses the formation of work groups and thematic choices. Additionally, it delves into the importance of considering the impact of humanitarian response on building resilience.