ROB LAU

PARADIGM NOW | The Albizia Project

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Is the Albizia tree a destructive force, disrupting native ecosystems and causing economic damage, or the material that can awaken new paradigms through thoughtful design? PARADIGM NOW dives into the journey undertaken by architect Joey Valenti in pioneering Lika, a prototype that opens the door to sourcing timber locally, restoring native ecosystems, and designing for future island resilience.

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Directed | Rob Lau
Produced | Joseph Valenti & IN MEDIAS REZ
Story Design | Emily Lau & Rob Lau
Aerial Visuals | Mighty Binonwangan
Additional Footage | David Corrigan, Kaoru Lovett, Jacqueline Bensaid, Joseph Valenti
Archival Photos | E.L. Caum, Harold L. Lyon