Lina Ahmad – författare

Teaching Design for Sustainable Futures: Community, Construction, and Creativity explores how creativity can be integrated into sustainability education within the built environment.

Through diverse international case studies, the book emphasizes the importance of creative approaches, community engagement, and hands-on learning, in addressing complex environmental challenges, fostering innovative design practices, and bridging the gap between theory and realworld application. Readers will gain valuable insights into the role of creativity in driving sustainable design education, with six case studies showcasing practical applications of creative methodologies to sustainability challenges. Key elements include community-driven projects, interdisciplinary collaboration, and experiential learning, all aimed at fostering student engagement and promoting innovative thinking. By integrating sustainability into real-world design challenges, the book equips educators and students with practical tools and frameworks for embedding creativity deeply into sustainability education, preparing them to address future environmental and societal issues.

This book is particularly valuable for educators, researchers, and practitioners in design and sustainability fields who seek to enhance their teaching and professional practices through creative approaches. Its interdisciplinary focus makes it an essential resource for those aiming to develop innovative solutions to environmental challenges, including design educators, sustainability professionals, and students committed to advancing sustainable development initiatives.