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Rafael González-Palencia

Rafael is a journalist and editorial expert with +20 years experience in news operations and digital content development. He's author of the 'Marca Style Book' (2012) and has worked for Unidad Editorial, the Global Media Group and the Axel Springer Group before joining dormakaba as Digital Editor.

Articles

Urbanization

6 Ways Urban Oases Can Improve Our Cities

An urban oasis is a nature-based solution designed to make cities cooler, cleaner, and more manageable in the face of....

Architecture

Will Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia Finally Be Completed in 2026?

Barcelona’s iconic Sagrada Familia is nearing its 144th year of construction. The global community awaits its completion in 2026, coinciding....

Society

How These 5 Cities Managed Overtourism

While tourism brings economic life to a city, an influx beyond its carrying capacity creates a multitude of issues.....

Architecture

Trailblazing Women Architects: Mariam Issoufou Kamara

“By sustaining people you are alike to sustain the environment as well." - these words perfectly summarize Issoufou's architectural approach.....

Security

7 Lessons Football Stadiums Can Teach About Crowd Access Management

Football stadiums across the globe welcome thousands of fans on a weekly basis. When it comes to best practice for....

Society

How Oslo Emerged As the “Capital of Electric Cars”

Cars and vehicles are responsible for almost 15 percent of global CO2 emissions, accelerating climate change, air pollution, and respiratory....