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May 1, 2026

Bridges 

Author’s Note for Readers: The landscape photos of bridges aren’t necessarily the exact bridges written about. They are rather an impressionistic portrayal of bridges I have seen in general, through photos I have taken on my travels and liked.  Perhaps the first bridge I remember was the one in the ravine where the temperature of […]

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Climate and Resilience , Housing
February 27, 2026

“The Factory in a Garden”: George Cadbury and the Garden Ethos in Today’s Urban Crisis

Introduction: An Industrialist Ahead of His Time In 1893, George Cadbury relocated his chocolate factory from central Birmingham to a semi-rural site that would become Bournville. His vision was radical for its time: a “factory in a garden” — where industrial production coexisted with green space, decent housing, recreation grounds and social amenities. Cadbury’s experiment […]

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Health
February 26, 2026

Reclaiming Utopian Urbanism: Lessons from Owen, Cadbury and Garnier for Contemporary Planning

Introduction: When Planning Had Moral Courage Urban planning today is deeply technical. We debate density thresholds, infrastructure deficits and mobility efficiency. Yet nineteenth- and early twentieth-century urban reformers framed the city not merely as a logistical challenge, but as a moral project. The experiments of Robert Owen, George Cadbury and Tony Garnier were not naïve […]

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Governance , Health
November 10, 2025

Tackling Delhi’s Air Pollution Crisis: Integrating Local and Global Insights

Delhi’s air pollution crisis is emblematic of urban environmental challenges worldwide, characterized by dangerously high concentrations of particulate matter and persistent exposure to toxic air, especially during winter months. In October 2025, Delhi recorded AQI levels firmly in the “Very Unhealthy” to “Hazardous” category, sparking renewed scientific and policy debates on mitigation strategies (AQI.in, 2025; […]

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Health , News/Stories
October 11, 2025

From Happy Neighbourhoods to Happy Cities: Embedding Happiness in India’s Urban Master Plans

Introduction In recent years, the importance of happiness and well-being has increasingly been recognized in the context of urban development and public policy. Traditional metrics of progress, such as GDP and infrastructure indices, often fail to capture the psychological and social dimensions of urban life. India, currently undergoing rapid urbanisation, is at a critical juncture […]

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September 14, 2025

Metropolitan Malaise

By Brian Michael Barbeito Most of the sociologists or criminologists might agree, or people with plain old ‘horse sense,’ that overpopulation is the biggest problem when it occurs, the issue that contributes to the other phenomena such as crime, pollution, illness, poverty, the rise of unfairness in the distribution of needed resources. Well in today’s […]

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News/Stories , Transportation
July 10, 2025

The Daily Commute and Its Psychological Toll: Unpacking the Mental Health Consequences

In contemporary urban environments, daily commuting has evolved into an essential yet psychologically taxing routine. Urban mobility systems, while enabling economic productivity and spatial connectivity, often impose significant mental health burdens on commuters. Extended travel times, overcrowded transit systems, traffic congestion, unpredictability, and noise pollution collectively contribute to heightened stress, anxiety, and reduced well-being. The […]

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Governance , Health , Housing , News/Stories
June 25, 2025

Clarence Perry’s Neighbourhood Concept and Its Relevance to the 15-Minute City Concept

Introduction The evolution of urban planning has consistently been marked by innovative concepts aimed at enhancing livability and sustainability in urban environments. Clarence Perry’s neighborhood unit concept, formulated in the early 20th century, has been a foundational influence in planning, advocating for self-contained neighborhoods designed to meet the needs of modern living. In recent years, […]

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News/Stories
June 18, 2025

Census 2027: A Crucial Milestone for Urban Planning in India

As India stands at the cusp of a transformative urban century, the upcoming Census 2027 promises to be one of the most significant sources of data for shaping the nation’s urban future. With an expected population of over 1.5 billion, India is not only the world’s most populous country but also among the fastest urbanizing. […]

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Governance , News/Stories , Tech & Data
June 18, 2025

Digital Disruption in Urban Design: Navigating the New Era

Introduction Digital disruption is redefining urban design, fundamentally altering how cities are planned, built, and experienced. As cities grapple with the challenges of rapid urbanization, climate change, and social inequality, digital technologies offer tools that bring transformative potential to urban environments. Digital disruption in urban design involves the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial […]

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