OCEANIX: The World’s First Prototype of a Smart Floating City
Water is life — and throughout history, human settlements have always gravitated towards living near bodies of water. An estimated half of the world’s population live within 100 kilometers of a coast, which is a population density of around twice the global average. Likewise, 14 ouf of 17 largest cities are located on coasts, with 11 in […]
Designing Subway Stations for the Future: Safety and Aesthetics
“An advanced city is not a place where the poor move about in cars, rather it’s where even the rich use public transportation,” said Enrique Peñalosa, the former mayor of Bogotá.
But how can we ensure safety while fostering aesthetics that attract and engage users?
The Reimagined Cityscape: How Electric Vehicles Are Transforming Urban Design
The Electric Vehicles (EV) market is at a pivotal juncture, characterized by robust growth, diversifying price points, and increasing global adoption. The global market is expected to zoom past USD 623 billion this year and surge at a steady 10 percent annual clip until 2028, reaching a whopping USD 906 billion. That translates to nearly […]
Ganvie: 5 Urbanism Lessons From a Floating West African Village
Ganvie, endearingly nicknamed as the “Venice of Africa,” is a remarkable floating town nestled amidst the tranquil waters of Lake Nokoué in Benin, West Africa. With a population of around 20,000 people, the town is built entirely on stills — and it has been this way for centuries. The colorful wooden houses date back to […]
From Ruin to Rebirth: These 5 Cities Flourished After Natural Disaster
Natural disasters are as old as human history. Many of the world’s greatest civilizations have faced the challenge of dealing with their devastating impacts. From earthquakes and floods to volcanic eruptions and tsunamis, these catastrophic events have tested the resilience of human societies, forcing them to adapt, innovate, and rebuild in the face of adversity. Nevertheless, climate change is […]
How Paris Plans to Turbo-Charge Affordable Housing
From its humble beginnings as a Celtic settlement along the banks of the Seine River, Paris has evolved into a global metropolis, a beacon of culture and innovation. The so-called “City of Lights” is full of architectural treasures and it’s been a muse to artists and writers throughout the centuries. Today, Paris remains a captivating destination, a city […]
