Trenton, New Jersey
Designing For Democracy (DFD) is a nonprofit research and design agency that expands the practice of architecture from a material focus on buildings to a humanitarian focus and compassionate stewardship of our surroundings.
Through a rigorous research and engagement process, DFD reveals original narratives to inform, transform, and heal our communities and restore their ties to the land.
Founded in 2021 by Trahan Architects, DFD offers professional services in design, research, engagement, education, and consulting. Since its inception, DFD has facilitated exhibitions, seminars, and lectures promoting compassionate stewardship in architecture. With each project, Designing For Democracy seeks to:
- Document the historical connections between people, nature, and the built environment. By uncovering authentic narratives, we create a common understanding of how historical and social systems shape our environments.
- Design unique processes tailored to each project by engaging many stakeholders and acknowledging that our perspectives of each other can create lived realities.
- Develop frameworks and tools to enable transformational change, create opportunities, and measure impact.
For media and general inquiries please email info@designingfordemocracy.org.
projects
Coca-Cola Stage at the Alliance Theatre
The Practice of Democracy
Professional Funeral Services
Three Fifths a Home
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