Closing Keynote: Dr Vo Trong Nghia

This session examines how urban design and architecture can respond to the twin crises of climate change and mental health. Drawing from Vietnam’s dense, polluted cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, the speaker highlights the urgent need for greener, more livable environments through passive design, rooftop farming, and biophilic architecture. Showcasing projects that merge sustainability with human-centered design, the talk explores how thoughtful spaces can improve both environmental and emotional well-being.

Closing Keynote Speaker | Future Cities Symposium & Exhibition 2025

This session examines how urban design and architecture can respond to the twin crises of climate change and mental health. Drawing from Vietnam’s dense, polluted cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, the speaker highlights the urgent need for greener, more livable environments through passive design, rooftop farming, and biophilic architecture. Showcasing projects that merge sustainability with human-centered design, the talk explores how thoughtful spaces can improve both environmental and emotional well-being.

Watch the full session to discover how integrating nature, design innovation, and mindfulness can reshape cities for healthier, more sustainable futures.

SPEAKERS:

Dr Vo Trong Nghia

Dr Vo Trong Nghia

Founder & Principal Architect, VTN Architects


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