When buildings speak | Molly McCluskey | TEDxBrisbane

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We tend to imagine diplomacy happening through speeches, negotiations and conversations behind closed doors. But long before anyone speaks, the buildings where nations meet are already communicating. Drawing on years of reporting from embassies, diplomatic residences and international institutions around the world, investigative journalist Molly McCluskey explores architectural diplomacy: the long-standing role buildings play in how nations represent themselves and engage with the world. Through examples from across the globe, she reveals how choices about sustainability, materials, landscape and public access allow the built environment to express a nation’s identity, priorities and intentions — and make its response to climate change visible. At a time when global progress on climate action is faltering, Molly makes the case that buildings can do more than reflect our values. They can model responsibility, influence relationships and help shape a more sustainable, interconnected wo

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