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Health
January 3, 2025

Urban Design as a Remedy for Urban Loneliness and Emotional Health Challenges

As urban areas continue to grow, they face critical challenges related to social isolation and emotional health. Loneliness, though often associated with rural living, is a significant issue in crowded urban environments, exacerbating mental health challenges. This article explores how innovative urban design can serve as a remedy, creating spaces that foster social connections and […]

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Climate and Resilience , Health
January 2, 2025

The Impact of Extreme Heat Events on Physiological and Psychological Health: The Role of Urban Planning and Design

The intensifying frequency and severity of extreme heat events, driven by climate change, present significant challenges to human health. These events cause a range of physiological and psychological consequences, requiring urgent attention from public health officials and urban planners to develop effective mitigation and adaptation strategies. Addressing these concerns in urban environments involves not only […]

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Housing
October 5, 2024

Innovative Modular Housing: A Solution to the Global Urban Housing Crisis

As cities worldwide grapple with rapid urbanization, the demand for affordable housing has reached a critical point. Sustainable modular housing is emerging as a potential solution, offering an eco-friendly, cost-effective, and scalable approach to address housing shortages in urban areas (Housing Europe, 2022). Modular housing involves off-site construction of standardized units, which are quickly assembled […]

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Governance
October 1, 2024

Urban Green Space Policies for Healthy Cities

Urban Green Spaces (UGS) are vital components of city infrastructure, significantly enhancing the quality of life and promoting public health. Research consistently underscores the multifaceted benefits of green spaces, including improved mental and physical health outcomes. Grahn and Stigsdotter emphasize that exposure to natural environments is associated with reduced stress levels, increased feelings of well-being, […]

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