This Jane’s Walk, taking place in Midtown Atlanta, focuses on themes of Art & Architecture.
Join the inspiring Arjun Bir, a licensed engineer and design enthusiast, for an enlightening walking tour of Midtown Atlanta. See the world of architecture through a new lens! Delve into the often-overlooked design choices that sculpt the buildings around us and transform our urban landscape. Arjun will engage you with hands-on exercises and captivating real-world examples, revealing the secrets behind structural performance and illustrating how thoughtful design controls the flow of water, air, and heat within the building envelope.
Explore how these critical design decisions evolve across different architectural styles and periods, enriching your understanding of the built environment.
About the Walk Leader
Arjun Bir is a proud Georgia Tech alumnus with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, is a licensed professional engineer in five states. He is a building scientist with a specialization in the design, investigation and rehabilitation of building enclosures. Arjun has worked on buildings of all ages, and loves to share a passion for the built environment with others. Arjun is always fascinated by the design decisions that inform the built environment that we so often overlook - whether that is material selection, architectural style, or more granular design details. During this Jane’s Walk, Arjun aims to ignite your curiosity and inspire you to appreciate the intricate design choices—both subtle and bold—that ensure our buildings are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.
About Jane’s Walk
Jane’s Walk is an annual global festival honoring the legacy of urbanist, activist, and writer Jane Jacobs with free, citizen-led walking tours through the neighborhoods that lend so much character to our cities.
The festival promotes civic engagement and encourages leaders and participants to share stories about their communities and use walking as a means of connecting with their neighbors.
Location
- Begin: 1315 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 (Plaza) - NOTE: MODA will open to the public 12-7 Wed-Sun
- End: Loop
The Details:
- Distance of Route: 1 mile
- Duration of Walk: 90 minutes
- Walk Language: English
- Accessibility: Terrain: Paved, This event IS Wheelchair accessible
- What to Bring: Wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection. Consider bringing a water bottle.
- Yes weather-based adjustments. If it is raining we will find an alternate time.
Cancellation Policy
MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met.
If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us 48 hours prior to the event start.
By doing so, we can release your seat to another individual interested in joining us for this Jane’s Walk!
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The Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) is the only museum in the Southeastern United States exclusively dedicated to the study of design. Our exhibitions feature various design industries and showcase the power of design to inspire change, transform lives, and make the world a better place! Located in the heart of the Midtown Arts District, MODA is a community hub for all things design including design conversations, hands-on workshops, youth programs, and more!
Visit our website for updates on exhibitions, programs, and other opportunities!
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