Breaking ground in removing social barriers
In a pioneering effort, the municipal government of Barcelona, Spain in 2020 launched a ten-year strategy to reduce isolation and loneliness in the city.
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Mainstreaming ‘sociable design’ for multi-unit housing: mapping the path forward
On June 8, 2022, we continued the conversation with a similar cross-section of engaged professionals in a half-day in-person workshop as part of the two-day symposium entitled Living Together: Connecting Housing, Social Wellbeing, and Resilience.
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Robyn Lee, on her work with the Collective and the importance of understanding architectural history
Robyn Lee shares about her Masters work and what she’s up to with HNC.
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Learning from community housing movements: Transforming corridors into social spaces
Hallways, entrances, and exits are primarily designed with fire safety in mind, which can lead to long, monotonous corridors.
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Extreme heat resource round-up
These resources can help handle the heat, whether you are an individual looking to support yourself, loved ones or neighbours, or a landlord looking for help in supporting residents.
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The colour of cities and family stories with Sara Emami
Our conversation with Sara, one of HNC’s Research Assistants, about her current research, why she loves the colour of cities, and how digital apps might help older adults stay connected.
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Learning from community housing movements: The social potential of multi-unit building lobbies
Five design strategies for transforming a lobby into an awesome social space.
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Resource roundup from Living Together Symposium
Resources from presenters and participants from the symposium, presented by Hey Neighbour Collective, Happy Cities, SFU Urban Studies and SFU Public Square.
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Day two session videos from the Living Together Symposium
Watch these three symposium sessions from June 8th, the second day of the Living Together Symposium.
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Day one session videos from the Living Together Symposium
Watch these three symposium sessions from June 7th, the first day of the Living Together Symposium.
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Learning from community housing movements: Six principles for building happier homes
Feeling connected to our communities, neighbours, and friends is fundamental to human wellbeing.
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How social connectedness between neighbours supports health and well-being
It isn’t just our family ties, close friendships, or group membership that make a difference. It’s neighbours.
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Enhancing social connections through creative communication
Former HNC research assistant Lainey Martin discusses the Photovoice project and how visual media has the power to enhance both social connectivity and research insights.
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Symposium Agenda, June 7-8
Agenda for Living Together: Connecting housing, social well-being and resilience.
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Loneliness, leadership, and how buildings can make us happier
A list of articles and resources on issues like social connectedness, public health, and community design.
