Public spaces provide people with opportunities to socialise which is an important part of modern urban life. These spaces, such as parks, squares, streets, and community gardens are not just…
As Climate change accelerates, cities worldwide are increasingly threatened by the alarming rise in sea levels. Currently, The Sea levels are rising faster than expected and could increase by 75…
Venice: A Testament to Resilient Architecture Civilizations have historically been built along water bodies. Venice however is one of the few examples of a city built in a water body.…
Urban areas across the South Asian subcontinent often face significant challenges with flooding and waterlogging, especially during the monsoon season. The heavy rains often overspill the existing drainage infrastructure, leading…
At 5:12 am local time on Wednesday, April 18, 1906, when nearly half a million people lived in San Francisco, California, of which the majority of them were fast asleep…
Urban Resilience Resilient cities are cities that have the ability to absorb, recover, and prepare for future shocks (economic, environmental, social & and institutional). Resilient planning promotes sustainable development, well-being,…
At a time when the world is suffering the consequences of nature’s backlash — the pandemic, cities are under tremendous pressure: to not only get smarter but also imbibe the…
We live in a world where socially and economically vulnerable people suffer the worst during dire situations. According to the American Planning Association, “Urban resilience is the capacity of individuals,…