#03 - Architecture, Sustainable Design and Regenerative Living with Alex Michaelis

In episode #3 of the Forci series, my guest is Alex Michaelis - a renowned figure in sustainable architecture, partner at Michaelis Boyd, and our lead architect at Tenuta di Forci. Known for projects like Arijiju in Africa and Soho Farmhouse in the UK, he also redesigned the home of former Prime Minister David Cameron. His latest project, the Leaf House in the Cotswolds, embodies his zero-carbon architecture philosophy, with innovative double-skin walls for growing plants - aiming to blend nature seamlessly with built environments for healthier living spaces.

Key topics:

1. Alex’s career journey
2. Sustainable practices in architecture
3. Alex’s definition of regenerative living and its application in architecture
4. Community aspect of regenerative living
5. Alex’s architectural philosophy
6. Design principles supporting sustainability
7. Balancing cost and sustainability
8. Trends and the future of architecture
9. Alex’s vision for integrating nature in buildings

https://www.michaelisboyd.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/michaelisboyd/ 

https://identity.ae/simplicity-sustainability-the-ethos-behind-alex-michaelis-approach/ 

https://www.themodernhouse.com/journal/playful-family-home-alex-michaelis/