How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes and buildings give us meaning and purpose? In this segment, architect Michael Murphy joins host Manoush Zomorodi to explore the power of the spaces we make and inhabit. To listen to the whole episode, find TED Radio Hour wherever you're listening to this. And explore the world of the TED Audio Collective at audiocollective.ted.com.

TED Radio Hour: The Power of Spaces

The Power of Spaces

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Architecture's power transcends mere shelter, imbuing spaces with the ability to heal, as seen in a son's tribute to his father.

In Rwanda, innovative hospital designs prioritize airflow, challenging conventional architecture to combat disease transmission.

The pandemic has reshaped our view of buildings as 'breathing machines,' emphasizing the human right to clean air and safe spaces.

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