Heading to France and wondering which are the best cities in France to include in your itinerary? From iconic World Heritage Sites rich with architecture and culture to Provencal gems and lesser-visited regional capitals, France has them all. We’ve spent months road-tripping France and visiting its eclectic cities, and have put together a list of the best cities in France to visit, that we know you'll fall in love with. https://bit.ly/4eAl7Ts

Why are some third places thriving? This webinar from the Congress for New Urbanism explores examples of businesses that provide multiple services to attract different customers and encourage people to interact. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VTYce2

In the latest Cobe Notes, our Head of Urbanism, Mads Birgens, explores the challenges and potentials of transforming postindustrial sites. Based on Cobe's ongoing project, Krulli kvartal - the transformation of a 100-year-old steel factory in Tallinn, Estonia - the note discusses resource scarcity, new planetary awareness, and emerging technologies.   Read the full note here: https://ow.ly/cMzv50UeMWx

This was such a great conversation to be a part of and so relevant to the future of Sacramento and the 2040 General Plan! Cities need to radically change and adapt to increasing populations, climate change, remote work and equitable housing before it's too late! #sacramento #architecture #urbanplanning #sustainabledesign

#UrbanJungleRising: Refers to the phenomenon of cities evolving into vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environments. #CityscapeTransformations: Describes the changing architectural and cultural landscapes of urban areas.

#UrbanJungleRising: Refers to the phenomenon of cities evolving into vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environments. #CityscapeTransformations: Describes the changing architectural and cultural landscapes of urban areas.

I was on the edge of my seat during the presentation of Maria Vassilakou on the strategy to create a livable and attractive city of Vienna. My main take-aways were: >Facilitating interaction and community-building as a design principle. So, not creating a building or a few houses and then have someone else think of the public space and again someone else creating facilities and someone else creating community. But integrate disciplines from this ONE starting point. That is right up my alley 😄. >With land and financial policies facilitate affordable and high quality housing. I love Vienna's policy on affordable housing and the result of having all incomes spread throughout the city. Diversity leads to resilience! >You need a longgggg breath. This result in Vienna took decades of relatively consistent strategy. And wooow, how that pays off. Being rated the most liveable city multiple times. Inspiring and envidiable!

🌎 Bridging Danish Architecture to Global Markets Today, we are featured in Licitationen, where our role as facilitators for Danish architects aiming to expand abroad is highlighted. We connect Danish architects with international developers, cities and organisations looking for innovative urban solutions. Right now, our efforts are especially focused on Japan and the US — two markets full of potential but also unique challenges. Whether it’s fostering local partnerships or navigating cultural landscapes, we support both established and emerging architectural companies and other organisations working within sustainable urbanisation in unlocking new opportunities. This is more than just exporting architecture; it’s about sharing Denmark’s collaborative approach to city development, which resonates strongly abroad. Delve into what our Directors for Global Networks & Partnerships, Jakob Norman-Hansen and Martine Reinhold Kildeby experience in their daily work (in Danish): https://lnkd.in/dFkeRbgB

Ever wondered about the towering giants in Saigon’s skyline? Today, these buildings not only contribute architectural diversity to the city but also serve as sentimental symbols of Saigon’s journey through decades of cultural transformation. 🌆  If you’re curious about the iconic mushroom and spaceship-like structures that have fascinated locals and tourists alike, explore the interesting stories behind the origin of these giants with our latest article! → Find out more in our full article below! 👇

This is a great example of how to apply the Digital Twin concept: (1) a holistic approach integrating context-specific social data and the natural environment,  (2) introducing an agent-based model, and (3) enriching a participatory process. The model digitally replicates the current scenario by real-time monitoring of diverse parameters, whose interactions could be analysed for further potential. It provides a comprehensive digital platform that reflects the region's master plan and will be able to support decision-making on reducing major negative externalities in the city, such as pollution and social inequities. Just by reading the article, it looks great! I recently completed the course on Digital Twins for Smart Mobility at UPC School (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya) in collaboration with Aimsun and promoted by EIT Urban Mobility. Thanks to the course I gained insights on a range of tools to cover the whole creation process, such as point-cloud scanning and data collection through IoT. Furthermore, it allowed me to understand the singularities of a Digital Twin compared to traditional simulation models, enabling me to critically evaluate this trend in transport and city planning. https://lnkd.in/dncFM29E