Queer Spaces x Queer Leadership with Adam Nathaniel Furman

Queer spaces and the profound forms of inclusion they create are entwined with the professions of the built environment in intriguing and unexpected ways.

This keynote unpacks and broadens the concept of Queer Spaces from Queer-oriented nightlife venues to a whole plethora of urban and architectural scenarios as well as interrogating the topic through the lens of a career spent attempting to address queerness within the world of design and public space procurement.

It will suggest that Queer spaces are both about how people relate to themselves and each other, as well as the look and feel of the multitude of physical locations in which queer life happens which are often shaped by design professions, but which are just as often not.

Attendees will develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for Queer communities, and see the impact of  Queer leadership and creativity within the profession and public spaces.

Designers will have takeaways they can apply as they design any space that helps their designs be considerate of / inclusive for Queer folks.

Revenue from this event will be donated to 2SLGTBQ+ serving organizations. This year, Queer ArQuives (Canada) and Queer Britain Museum (UK)

Above image courtesy of Gareth Gardner.