Introduction As cities worldwide grapple with the impacts of climate change, urban greening has emerged as a critical strategy for climate adaptation and resilience. Urban greening involves integrating green infrastructure—such as parks, street trees, green roofs, and gardens—into urban landscapes to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change while enhancing ecological health and community well-being. […]
A cutting-edge AI tool unveiled in March 2025 is pulling back the curtain on a hidden urban divide: access to green spaces. Developed by researchers featured in ScienceDaily, this system maps city parks, trees, and gardens with pinpoint precision, exposing a tale of two cities within places like New York, Mumbai, and beyond. Affluent neighborhoods […]
Psychogeography, a dynamic interdisciplinary field, explores the intricate relationship between geographical spaces and human psychology. As urban environments proliferate, the need to understand their impact on cognitive functioning becomes increasingly critical. This article aims to explore how the design and layout of urban landscapes influence mental processes, highlighting implications for urban design and mental well-being. […]
As urbanization continues to refine the landscapes in which we live, the role of urban design in public health, particularly regarding physical activity, becomes increasingly prominent. With over half of the global population residing in urban areas, the design of these environments heavily influences their health outcomes. In 2022, statistics revealed that 1 in 8 […]
Urban food systems are critical components of sustainable city development, closely interlinked with urban planning and design. As cities grow rapidly, ensuring food security while maintaining environmental sustainability poses significant challenges. Urban planners and designers are increasingly called upon to incorporate sustainable food systems into their blueprints to enhance resilience and improve the quality of […]
The intricate relationship between built environments and human responses has given rise to the fields of neuroarchitecture and neuro-urbanism. As emerging interdisciplinary domains, they seek to understand how architectural and urban spaces can influence emotional well-being and cognitive function. By merging neuroscience with design principles, these fields strive to create environments that promote mental health, […]
Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia, is on the cusp of a significant urban transformation, with visionary developers, architects, and planners collaborating to reshape its landscape over the next three decades. The city’s future blueprint emphasizes sustainability, vertical expansion, and community-centric spaces, aiming to enhance livability and economic vitality. Jamie McClurg of Commercial & […]
As educational needs evolve, so do the designs of learning spaces. One key element that has gained attention in modern school design is the role of natural illumination. Often referred to as ‘daylighting,’ the strategic use of solar light has proven benefits on student performance and well-being. This article explores current examples, impacts, and design […]