Hi Folk, Happy New Year!
2024 marks an incredibly exciting phase for Artecology. If you've been following our journey through social media, browsing our website, or maybe you’ve heard us speak, you might have sensed a buzz about something special on the horizon. Let’s spill the beans; we're diving headfirst into an amazing initiative that revolves around nurturing the next generation of Earth champions.
For over a decade, we've been hard at work perfecting our craft; researching, developing, and fine-tuning our methods to create Intentional Habitats that bridge the gap between art and science. Now, it's time to share this wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience with young minds eager to make a difference.
Hot on the heels of our 2023 role out of Artecology Cocreate ™️ our 2024 vision revolves around even more connecting with young people, from Further Education to Higher Education and everywhere in between and either side! We're gearing up to roll out engaging programs for schools, colleges, and universities, inviting students to explore, learn, and create alongside us.
Why this push toward the younger generation, you ask? Well, it's simple. We believe in the power of youth, their fresh perspectives, and boundless creativity. By inviting them into the fold, we aim to open doors to conservation, sustainability, and the beautiful dance between nature and human innovation.
Our ‘Shaping Better Places’ framework isn't just a fancy set of words; it's a mantra we live by. We're on a mission to transform urban environments, from streetscapes to coastal communities, into thriving ecosystems where every building, every corner, tells a story of biodiversity and life.
How do we plan to do this? By working vertically and horizontally, enriching buildings with functional habitats, and creating ecological networks that traverse urban landscapes. Our goal is to blur the lines between humans and wildlife, fostering unplanned encounters that inspire collaborations and ignite positive change.
Outdoor spaces aren't just empty areas; they're canvases waiting to be painted with the vibrant colours of life. We're redesigning public realms to encourage chance meetings between people and nature, creating spaces where communities come together, united by a shared vision for a better future.
But that's not all. We're diving deep into local stories, uncovering the essence of each place – its history, its wildlife, its quirks, its unique personality. By celebrating local distinctiveness and nurturing learning networks, we aim to cultivate a shared pool of knowledge that breaks barriers and protects our common ground.
So, here's to 2024 – a year of regeneration, collaboration, and building resilient futures together. We invite you to join us on this hopeful journey as we shape better places and craft habitats and narratives that celebrate the beauty of our world.
Keep an eye on our channels for more updates and ways to get involved. Together, let's turn every space into a story worth telling!
Here’s to wildlife wealth, and social & economic health in 2024 🥂
Nige, Ches, Sam, Claire, and Ian. AKA the Artecology Team 🌍✨