Irene Martín

Head of Research | Norman Foster Foundation Madrid, Spain

Biography

Sessions

10:45h

Thematic Keynote | TOMORROW.BUILDING

Measuring Liveability: Evidence-Based Approaches to Urban Futures

Mustafa Sherif AFRY & Placemaking Sweden Studio Manager, Urban Planner and Placemaker Chair

Irene Martín Norman Foster Foundation Head of Research Speaker

#Built Environment, #Urban Design, #Wellbeing

2025-11-05 10:45 2025-11-05 11:05 Europe/Madrid Measuring Liveability: Evidence-Based Approaches to Urban Futures

Urban design profoundly affects wellbeing and social connection. However, standardized metrics often overlook local cultural and contextual nuances, such as climate or inequality, which shape urban experiences. The Norman Foster Institute (NFI) develops participatory methodologies to create wellbeing indicators tailored to each city, guiding practical urban design strategies that respond to communities’ real needs and priorities.

Stage: Infraestructure & Building

Wed 5 10:45h - 11:05h Stage: Infraestructure & Building All Passes