Speakers in 2007

The summer school is not just about getting your hands dirty with the design process. It's also about inspiration. For this reason, we invite to each summer school some of the most forward-thinking, challenging and exciting thinkers and doers in urban design. Our contributors in 2007 came from Britain and abroad to tell you how they are shaping the world, to share their leading edge thinking and to discuss their work. Our speakers are often challenging, sometimes provocative but always informative and entertaining. These are 2007 key note speakers:

Martha Schwartz

Martha is a landscape architect and artist renowned for her work in urban projects and exploring new design expression in the landscape. Her background is in both fine arts and landscape architecture. She has over 25 years of experience as a landscape architect and artist on a wide variety of projects with a variety of world-renowned architects.

Herbert Dreiseitl

Herbert is a water artist and planner with a worldwide reputation. Since opening an office in 1980 by Lake Constance, he has set new standards with his projects in water design, landscaping, urban hydrology and drainage systems. He brings new insights to the practice of urban design.

John Worthington

Since co-founding DEGW in 1973, John has pioneered methods of adapting urban and space planning techniques to meet the needs of the emerging knowledge economy. Recent assignments include high building strategies for the cities of Rotterdam and Dublin, where he continues to advise both cities on managing the process of innovation and change.

Roger Madelin

Roger has been Chief Executive of Argent Group plc since 1997. Formed in 1981, Argent is one of the UKs leading mixed-use and commercial developers, with many award-winning projects in the UK. Roger is currently developing 26 hectares at Kings Cross, one of central Londons largest developments since the nineteenth century. Argent's projects focus on strong partnerships with public authorities and local communities, good design and place-making.