2021 Margolese Design Prize Award Ceremony
October 22, 2021
On Friday, October 22, 2021, the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture at the University of British Columbia awarded EDL founder, Professor, and Graduate Director Nina-Marie Lister with the 2021 Margolese National Design for Living Prize. This award recognizes her as an inspirational Canadian who engages in design aimed at climate resilience and improving the built environment.
The event comprised of a presentation of Lister’s work, and a panel discussion with distinguished design professionals and scholars:
- Jill Anholt, Public Artist and Principal, Jill Anholt Studio
- Julia Czerniak, Associate Dean and Professor of Architecture at Syracuse University
- Kees Lokman, Associate Professor and Chair of Landscape Architecture at the University of British Columbia
- Moderated by: Mary Rowe, President and CEO at The Canadian Urban Institute
Speaking across the disciplines and amplifying the deep design work of architects, landscape architects, artists, planners, and ecologists, this group sheds light on the importance of transdisciplinary work and compassionate co-creation in a time of incredible urgency.
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Official Announcement Links:
Margolese Nation Design for Living Prize Website
Professor Lister’s Bio for the Prize
Announcing the 2021 Margolese Prize Recipient: Nina-Marie Lister VIDEO
Media Links:
Canadian Architect: Nina-Marie Lister named 2021 Margolese Prize Winner
Globe & Mail: Nina-Marie Lister builds cities the way you care for a garden
Research 2 Reality: Bringing Some Much-Needed Nature Back Into Our Cities