There is a particular kind of grief that has no name in urban planning textbooks. It is the grief of watching a neighbourhood park quietly disappear—first surrendered to a parking…
Architecture makes a lasting impact, even when it is not grand or imposing. Designing everyday spaces is one of the challenging aspects of the field. Ordinary environments, though often overlooked,…
When architecture is discussed, attention usually turns towards the extraordinary. Conversations revolve around iconic skylines, award-winning museums, dramatic skyscrapers and buildings that dominate postcards. These projects deserve admiration because they…
On an ordinary morning in the residential district of Hammarby Sjöstad in Stockholm, Sweden, its residents are up and about their morning activities: cooking breakfast, tidying up, and getting ready…
Cities are living entities of life, ecology, history, and geology. They adapt, evolve, and possess the ability to reinvent themselves. But what truly constitutes the urban identity of a city?…
Cities are often defined by their infrastructure, such as their roads, buildings, parks, and planned public spaces. However, these are not the most active and vibrant parts of a city.…
Today, as we walk along tall concrete buildings, a sight of an old neighbourhood shop can instantly revive memories and emotions. Amid the rise of supermarkets, where people purchase their…
Cities are often evaluated by the quality of their destinations, such as landmark buildings, public squares, and transportation hubs. However, for most people, urban life unfolds during movement. It occurs…
As daylight fades across Indian cities, another layer of urban life slowly emerges. Be it school children, university students or office goers, satisfying their daily cravings from their go-to street…
The literal meaning of megacity is a massive metropolitan area with a population of over 10 million people. In 1975, there were only four megacities- New York, Tokyo, Mexico City…
‘Approximately half of U.S. adults report experiencing loneliness, with some of the highest rates among young adults.’ (Dr. Murthy, 2023) In recent years, loneliness has emerged as a serious public…
Walkability is usually considered a transportation challenge, signifying how easily people can navigate a neighborhood or city by walking. Walking changes the pace of city living: it slows people down…