photo credit: Ralph Gutierrez
Faculty of Architecture launches Community Design and Planning Centre to foster engaged design and planning initiatives
The Community Design and Planning Centre (CDPC) is a pilot project of the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Manitoba aimed at delivering equitable and inclusive design and planning assistance in partnership with communities. The CDPC engages students, staff, faculty, alumni, and professionals to collaboratively address vital social needs to co-create healthy, socially just, and well-designed environments. Staff and volunteers are driven by a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and cultural sensitivity, ensuring that each project centers on the diverse voices, gifts, and needs of the communities. The strength of the CDPC rests in its ability to foster partnerships and empower communities to shape their environments.
The CDPC shares space with StorefrontMB at 245 Portage Ave and has recently partnered on projects with Art City Inc., the Spence Neighbourhood Association, AROW Global and the community of Star Blanket Cree Nation. For information on these projects please visit: www.umanitoba.ca/architecture/cdpc.
If you would like to start a conversation or are interested in working with the CDPC on a project, please email cdpc@umanitoba.ca.