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Regenerative Architecture Thinking

Regenerative Architecture Thinking (RAT)

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A cognitive framework for designing systems that strengthen over time. RAT synthesises the theoretical foundations of RCT, the mathematics of PSC, and the temporal governance of RCA into an applied design discipline.

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A foundation leader uses RAT to redesign their grantmaking from annual cycles to perpetual capital structures, shifting from grant-making to system-building.

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RAT Section 1

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