Join Australian sustainable design pioneer, Tony Fry, as he discusses his influential and dynamic work on products, cities, climate change, and business. Mr. Fry has been a thought leader in the field of sustainability for more than 20 years, and is the author the soon-to-be-released Design Futuring. Mr. Fry will answer:
- What is Design Futuring?
- How is climate change affecting urban design?
- What do corporations need to know about sustainable design?
- What are the current global trends?
In addition, enjoy a great view of the city, a showcase of innovative sustainable Australian products, and the opportunity to network with fellow attendees. Breakfast included.
***PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED***
Presented by the Chicago Sustainable Business Alliance and the Australian New Zealand American Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Australian Trade Commission.
Presenter:
Mr. Tony Fry, BA (Hons), MA, PhD is a renowned ‘green’ designer and thought leader in the areas of climate change and sustainability. He has held visiting professorships, lectureships and fellowships at universities in Australia, Asia, Europe and North America. Mr. Fry is highly regarded in the United States and has undertaken numerous speaking engagements with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, the University of Chicago, the Chicago Architectural Federation, DePaul University, the University of Indiana and the Los Angeles Museum of Art and Architecture. Fry is an accomplished author and his latest book Design Futuring will be released internationally in late 2008.
