Reflection

Blogs

The following blogs indicate the coLARGE thinking on a number of diverse topics, such as design, learning/education, innovation, cities and general thoughts on life in the 21st Century.

Innovation for All…
Richard Jacob Richard Jacob

Innovation for All…

Academia, business, and communities shouldn’t exist in silos, they are intrinsically and deeply connected. By creating meaningful collaboration between these aspects, we can unlock opportunities for collective innovation. Our approach empowers people to shape their own futures building resilient ecosystems where ideas, relationships, and growth are sustained and shared. I explore this concept further in my latest blog on what I call the ABC model.

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Designing for Real Life
Richard Jacob Richard Jacob

Designing for Real Life

At coLARGE, we believe that Connection, Learning, and Working are deeply interconnected. By creating meaningful collaboration between communities, academia, and business, we unlock new opportunities for collective innovation. Our approach empowers people to shape their own futures building resilient ecosystems where ideas, relationships, and growth are sustained and shared. We explore this concept further in our latest blog.

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Cities Beyond Buildings
Richard Jacob Richard Jacob

Cities Beyond Buildings

Cities are more than concrete and commerce, they are living, breathing ecosystems shaped by people. To truly thrive in a changing world, we must evolve beyond buildings and see cities as collective platforms where citizens shape their futures. By putting people first: their wellbeing, stories, and ambitions, we can grow urban environments that are inclusive, dynamic, and deeply human. Cities don’t just need to be built, they need to be grown, with care, collaboration, and courage.

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