A Bold Vision Takes Shape Sky City, the ambitious project by Broad Sustainable Construction (BSC), is set to revolutionize urban living with the construction of the world’s tallest prefab building. With groundbreaking scheduled for June 2013, Sky City aims to address pressing challenges posed by population growth and environmental sustainability. Sustainability at the Core At...
Rethinking Miami Beach’s Iconic Landscape As the impacts of climate change continue to reshape our environment, cities around the world are grappling with the need to adapt and innovate. In Miami Beach, a bold new plan is set to transform the city’s iconic tree canopy, signaling a shift towards climate-resilient urban landscapes. Embracing Change: Miami...
Orchids on High: A Remarkable Rooftop Revelation In a surprising turn of events, a colony of extremely rare orchids (Serapias parviflora) was recently unearthed thriving in the 11th-floor rooftop garden of a Japanese investment bank in London. The discovery of these 15 small-flowered tongue orchids, native to the Mediterranean basin and the Atlantic coast of...
Introducing the Pedestrian Fast Lane Liverpool recently made headlines with its innovative approach to pedestrian traffic management: the city unveiled the United Kingdom’s first-ever “crowd-bypassing pavement lane.” This dedicated lane, designed to accommodate swift-footed pedestrians, aims to alleviate frustrations commonly associated with navigating crowded sidewalks. While initially a temporary installation, the fast lane has sparked...
Rediscovering Welwyn Garden City: A Testament to Visionary Design In a recent exploration of England’s Welwyn Garden City, Lisa Jo Rudy, a contributor to Treehugger, referred to it as “an ordinary suburb.” However, a deeper examination reveals the extraordinary vision of Ebenezer Howard, the British urban planner behind Welwyn Garden City. Howard’s innovative concepts have...
Recent tragedies highlight the urgent need for safer streets and construction practices that protect vulnerable road users. Mourning Lives Lost: The Ghost Bike Movement In Toronto, a somber tradition known as the ghost bike ride commemorates cyclists killed in collisions with vehicles. These rides, organized by advocacy groups like Advocacy for Respect for Cyclists (ARC),...
Introduction: A Legal Verdict Shapes Street Names In a recent legal ruling, Judge Philip Minardo adjudicated a contentious dispute over street names at a prominent New York City development project. The decision not only resolves a naming conundrum but also unveils deeper tensions between developers, local authorities, and community sentiments. The Naming Dilemma Unveiled At...
Concrete Week at the Guardian sheds light on the environmental repercussions of this ubiquitous building material. Concrete, often celebrated for its durability and versatility, is under scrutiny as the Guardian launches Concrete Week. This initiative aims to explore both the positive and negative aspects of concrete usage, highlighting its aesthetic and social contributions while acknowledging...
A City with a Unique Aromatic Profile San Francisco, renowned for its diverse and captivating scents, has an unfortunate claim to fame: the pervasive odor of urine that often lingers in its streets. Despite being associated with delightful fragrances, such as eucalyptus and culinary delights, the city’s distinct toilet stench has become an enduring feature...