E04 | Designing Dignity: Conversations on Mental Health Spaces with Stephen Parker
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In this episode of Third Space, host Sola DaSilva engages in conversation with Stephen Parker on the intersection of architecture and mental health, discussing how design can aid in crises, foster autonomy, and combat stigma around mental illness and addiction. Parker is a licensed architect and mental and behavioral health planner at Stantec. He shares his personal motivations and professional experiences, emphasizing the importance of empathy, dignity, and community-focused solutions in architectural design. The episode highlights practical design considerations, such as planning spaces that respect privacy and reduce anxiety, and underscores the advocacy role architects can play in influencing policies and improving mental health facilities.
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