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An advanced city is not one where even the poor use cars, but rather one where even the rich use public transportation - Enrique Peñalosa . World Urbanism Day, also called World Town Planning Day, is observed every year on November 8 to raise awareness of the need for sustainable urban planning and development. Founded by Professor Carlos Maria della Paolera of the University of Buenos Aires in 1949, it has grown to be celebrated in more than 30 countries. . The focus of World Urbanism Day is to encourage discussions and events that emphasize how thoughtful urban planning can address key global issues like environmental sustainability, economic development, and social inclusivity. Urban planners, architects, environmentalists, and government officials use this day to share ideas, promote best practices, and inspire collaboration on creating cities that are resilient, sustainable, and inclusive for all citizens. . Themes and focus areas of this day: - sustainable development - climate-resilient cities - smart cities & technology - social equity. . A city is not a fixed thing, but an entity capable of being reformed, remade, and redefined - Lewis Mumford . Artwork from Google . #newseries #thejarofthoughts #worldurbanismday #urbanism #townplanning #innovation #sustainability #challenge #marishasblog

As an architect, I can’t help but admire the beauty of Paris. Paris has had a profound influence on urbanism worldwide, largely due to the city’s transformation under Baron Haussmann in the 19th century. His redesign introduced wide boulevards, uniform building facades, grand public spaces, and modern infrastructure, which became a model for cities across Europe and beyond. The focus on beauty, functionality, and quality of life inspired urban planning movements, from the City Beautiful movement in the U.S. to the design of cities like Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, and Tokyo. Paris also popularized the concept of integrating green spaces within urban settings, a practice many cities have since embraced. But what’s next? How is Paris addressing modern urban challenges? #Architecture #Urbanism #CityPlanning #Paris #BaronHaussmann #SustainableCities #GreenUrbanSpaces #UrbanDesign #ModernCities #CityLife #ArchitectsPerspective https://lnkd.in/dbzFg-iU

🚇🏙️ Unveiling the Depths: Exploring Underground Urbanism At All Things Urban, we thrive on uncovering new niches and exploring unexpected angles that offer fresh perspectives on urban living. In our latest expert interview on the blog, we dive deep into the fascinating world of underground urbanism — a field that is redefining how we design, utilize, and inhabit our cities. 🌱Join us as we speak with Mahak Agrawal, an expert in the field, to gain insights into the significance, challenges, and potential of utilizing underground spaces to create more sustainable and resilient urban environments. Mahak is an urban planner, TEDX speaker, and Board Member at ITACUS - the ITA Committee on Underground Space. With her work, she is bridging the gap between #climate commitment and action via #science-driven strategies. 🌟 Key Highlights: — Maximizing Land Efficiency — Promoting #Sustainable Development — Enhancing Urban #Resilience — Improving Quality of Life — Future-Proofing Our #Cities Discover how underground urbanism is shaping the cities of the future. Read the full article now! 📖✨ 🔗 Read the Article: https://lnkd.in/ddHVcBby ______ 💬 Know someone who might find this inspiring? Tag them! If you find this content relevant for urbanists worldwide, consider resharing ♻ and follow All Things Urban for more content like this. #UrbanismExplained #UndergroundUrbanism #SustainableCities #UrbanDevelopment #AllThingsUrban #Cities #Architecture

💡A short article reflecting on the impact of tactical urban interventions at the heart of Tallinn and their potential for improving quality of life and supporting adaptation capacity based on a 6-month empirical study by my team including Shimin 诗敏 Huang 黄, Brigita Tool and Kelli Marie Jaama commissioned by Tallinn Strategic Management Office.

Exurbs are redefining urban-rural dynamics 🏡 In the evolving landscape of modern urbanism, exurbs stand as intriguing hybrids between urban and rural life. As cities expand, exurbs emerge as vital spaces, offering residents the allure of countryside living with proximity to urban amenities. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐬? Exurbs are areas situated beyond suburbs, characterized by lower population density and proximity to urban centers 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: 🏙️ Distinct features: Lower density, urban proximity 🏡 Economic appeal: Affordability, spacious living 💻 Remote work: Urban jobs, rural living So, how can urban planning navigate the rise of exurbs to ensure sustainable development and equitable access to resources while preserving rural charm? Read more here https://loom.ly/fU8i85U to discover the evolving dynamics of exurban living and its implications for the future of urbanism. #Exurbs #UrbanRural #Sustainability

The Power of Vienna’s Urban Planning In his book "Vienna," Richard Cockett delves into how Vienna’s post-imperial transformation laid the groundwork for modern urban planning across Western municipalities. The city's meticulous planning and design became a blueprint, influencing cities worldwide to focus on creating livable, sustainable, and community-oriented environments. Vienna’s approach emphasized green spaces, public transportation, and residential designs that enhanced the quality of life—principles that many cities now strive to emulate.  #UMNB #AMANB #CAMA #urbanplanning

Can large-scale urban developments truly be sustainable, or is that just wishful thinking? We examined this question through projects like Bellemonde Residence, H Pipera Lake, and Quartier Ferindiand. 🏘️🌳 Read our latest insights! 🔗https://shorturl.at/9RhcB #sustainablearchitecture #greenarchitecture #sustainabledesign #ecofriendlydesign #greenbuilding

Planning for human-scale cities: Could the daunting problems of the contemporary city – the challenges of sustainability, equity, affordability, and inclusion – be addressed through the ancient concept of human-scale city design? How do the organizing principles of human-scale cities relate to comparable planning movements such as smart growth, compact development, and New Urbanism? During a lecture on the 12th of November 2024, Louis Merlin will propose answers to these questions. Louis is an an Associate Professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at Florida Atlantic University, and currently a visiting researcher at our research group. Attendance is free but registration is mandatory. You can also attend via livestream. #planning #humanscale #cities #sustainability #affordability #equity #design #newurbanism #urban #spatial

Don't miss the lecture Planning for human-scale cities by prof. Louis Merlin (Florida Atlantic University) at University of Antwerp next week! 12th November, 2024 - 16:30 Stadscampus, s.C.1.03 Prinsstraat 13 - Antwerpen Could the daunting problems of the contemporary city – the challenges of sustainability, equity, affordability, and inclusion – be addressed through the ancient concept of human-scale city design? How do the organizing principles of human-scale cities relate to comparable planning movements such as smart growth, compact development, and New Urbanism? https://lnkd.in/e3WeWtEy

"The first part of Carlos Moreno’s book The 15-Minute City follows a similar arc. In Moreno’s case the villain is Le Corbusier with his plans the Ville Radieuse with its uses separated into towers and linked by freeways. The central message of the 15 Minute City is that we need to reverse this trend and focus the activities of daily life in neighbourhoods where they can be reached by foot, thereby saving the planet and allowing us to live better lives." "The second half of the book documents how this roadmap has been put into practice, first in Paris and then Milan, Portland and Cleveland in the US, Buenos Aires, Sousse, Melbourne and Busan, ending with the Scottish Government’s adoption of the 20 Minute City following COP26 in Glasgow. In most cases the impetus was the COVID pandemic and the ways that home working, social distancing and temporary active travel measures caused people to think differently about their cities." #architecture In Building Design., director of urban design at BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd) and visiting professor at Manchester School of Architecture (MSA), David Rudlin, critically examines 'The 15-Minute City' by Carlos Moreno. https://lnkd.in/db95fCss