On this episode of The Resilience Lab, host Rex Miller sits down with Judith Hoskens, Senior Planner and Principal at DLR Group, to discuss how thoughtful design can transform schools into places of safety, connection, and brilliance.

From an emotional journey with a Finnish elementary school to rallying a community after a disaster, Judy shares powerful stories of designing environments where students and teachers thrive. Her approach—grounded in empathy and deep listening—shows how visionary design can nudge systems toward bold change.

Tune in to hear how architecture becomes more than just buildings—it’s about creating spaces that inspire joy, community, and resilience.

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Humanizing the Education Machine: How to create schools that turn disengaged kids into inspired learners. https://www.amazon.com/Humanizing-Education-Machine-Disengaged-Inspired/dp/1119283108/

Whole: What teachers need to help students thrive.

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In this episode of The Resilience Lab with Rex Miller, Melissa Turnbaugh, Senior Principal, Firmwide PreK-12 Market Leader at PBK, shares her vision for transforming education through innovation and intentional design. Melissa discusses how connecting students to nature, fostering creativity, and designing spaces that reflect the identity of their communities can revolutionize the way schools serve their students.

She dives into the power of public-private collaboration, the importance of creating equitable and sustainable learning environments, and how small changes—like reimagining outdoor spaces—can inspire pride and connection while addressing larger societal challenges.

This conversation is a powerful exploration of how thoughtful design can shape the future of education and the communities it serves. Don’t miss this inspiring episode!

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In this episode of Resilience Lab, Rex Miller sits down with Audrey Metz, Manager of Furniture and Design at Washington University, to discuss higher education design. Audrey talks about designing spaces across the whole campus that foster collaboration, enhance student well-being, and create a sense of community.

Audrey offers insights into her approach to designing university spaces, emphasizing how power availability and user interaction drive effective learning environments. She dives into her experience with designing medical facilities, discussing how adapting to evolving space needs and balancing project expectations can be challenging. She also covers the collaboration with furniture dealerships and the evolving trends in educational design, including how technology integration is reshaping university environments.

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Humanizing the Education Machine: How to create schools that turn disengaged kids into inspired learners. https://www.amazon.com/Humanizing-Education-Machine-Disengaged-Inspired/dp/1119283108/

Whole: What teachers need to help students thrive.

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