Ideas for the Future

The data from March 2026 is striking and it demands a response. Here's what Miami's Climate Resilience Committee is tracking, and why it matters for the future of our city.

At Future Vision Studios, we believe that great architecture starts long before a single line is drawn. It begins with policy. Policy is the foundational framework that establishes our goals and ensures the things that matter most to our community are protected and prioritized. Every seven years, Miami-Dade County conducts an Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) to update the Comprehensive Development Master Plan (CDMP). This is the primary legal framework that governs how

I am incredibly honored to share that my fellow committee members voted me in at our March 2nd meeting to serve as the Chair of the City of Miami Climate Resilience Committee for a third consecutive year. Serving the city in this capacity has been a profound privilege, and I am grateful for my committee members' continued trust. Building a resilient Miami requires a comprehensive, dual approach: mitigation—taking actions to reduce the severity of future climate change, such

You are invited to join us for an honest and optimistic look at the future of our region. Next Saturday, February 28th, Future Vision Studios is hosting a session at the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) to present a data-driven roadmap for a resilient City. As part of Open House Miami 2026, we are showcasing how South Florida can adapt and thrive given the changing climate and weather events. This session focuses on real strategies that directly impact our zoning, insurance mark

A Vision for the Future: Acknowledging a Journey of Collaboration We are proud to share that our founder, Aaron DeMayo, has been named...

Florida is at a crossroads. With housing demand rising and climate pressures mounting, how and where we grow will define our future. Smarter growth means investing in walkable communities, protecting natural resources like the Everglades, and aligning development with resilience and transit. Learn why it matters — and how Miami-Dade can lead the way.

Wrapped an inspiring day with Urban Land Institute  at the Workshop on Sustainable Transportation in Commercial Real Estate in Miami. I...

What if the answer to Miami’s flooding wasn’t just underground pipes, but neighborhood parks? In North Miami, a small park is making a...

Future Vision Studios is proud to share that our founder, Aaron DeMayo, was recently featured in Impact Edition ’s article, “Rooted in...

Future Vision Studios proudly announces that Aaron DeMayo, founder and principal, has been unanimously re-elected as Chair of the City of...

Dynamic Planet is a four-part series on PBS filmed over three years across all seven continents. It uncovers stories of resilience and...

Public Transit and Bike Networks create healthier, more energy efficient, ecoomically productive and happier neighborhoods

Last week, I spoke with Matt Wasielewski from Bisnow about Miami's climate resilience journey. As the elected 2024 Chair of the City of...

For the past year, oceans around the world have been substantially warmer than usual. Last month was the hottest January on record in the...

On January 22nd, 2024, The City of Miami Climate Resilience Committee members voted for Aaron DeMayo to be the Chair for 2024 and Nkosi...

Smart Cities Americas has just launched the 3rd edition of Smart City Miami Magazine, which records the activities of Smart City Expo...

Vox’s Umair Irfan recently sat down with Aaron J. DeMayo to discuss building in a challenging environment like South Florida.

Smart City Expo Miami 2023: Innovators, Visionaries, and Leaders Converge to Shape the Future of Sustainable Living As societies, we...

Today, August 2nd marks Earth Overshoot Day for 2023, when humanity’s demand for ecological resources and services each year exceeds what...

"In 2019, the City of Miami consolidated the Sea Level Rise Committee and Waterfront Advisory Board into the Climate Resilience...