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World Town Planning Day, also known as World Urbanism Day, is an annual event celebrated on November 8th. It was founded in 1949 by Professor Carlos Maria della Paolera to raise awareness about the importance of urban planning and its impact on our lives. This day highlights the role of planners in creating sustainable, equitable, and resilient cities. It's a time to celebrate the achievements of urban planning and to discuss the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. However, the theme for the 2024 is "Youth Leading Climate and Local Action for Cities." This theme emphasizes the important role of young people in addressing urban climate challenges and promoting sustainable urban development.

Whilst working from building to masterplanning city scale, within Bristol, over the last year this article struck me today as being incredibly relevant. When we work at such a large scale with vast, never ending timeframes, unforeseen obstacles, numerous barriers - What is needed is vision and design research which elevates above all else to encourage an alternative future. Designs within the city & districts which have a truly unique identity, embracing local people & activities, whilst enhancing and drawing people into muse, entertain, work & play. Increasing tourism, economic growth, biodiversity & community cohesion. Unique, inspirational places which have a strong cultural identity are needed. There needs to be more than the status quo. Designing for 100years from now, not 20 years past. Https://https://lnkd.in/eP4P9-ma Article from the legendary Doina Petrescu 🙏🏾

What if we reimagined the role of the pedestrian? 🤔 Urban development depends on people. So does sustainability. So, why haven’t we adjusted our view on people in smart cities? People... > determine pathways > live in our urban spaces > make cities work They are at the heart of urban ecosystems. Imagine a city where every step can mean something. 👞 ⚡ Streets designed with pedestrians in mind. Not as an afterthought. Where it isn't just about moving from point A to B. Kinetic floors are one way to do this. Including people into the infrastructure. And letting them take (and make) the power. We need to rethink, redesign, and rebuild our urban landscapes. --- See how we did this in Oxford Street London 👇

November 8th is World Urbanism Day! How to Observe: Planning associations around the world organize educational events to help the public better understand the importance of urban planning. During such events, residents are encouraged to connect with public health networks and get involved in urban planning projects in their communities. To participate: Develop ideas to improve things in your community, for example, better accessibility for the disabled or more walking paths. Get involved in urban planning by going to city council and county commissioner meetings. Read about influential urbanists, such as Jane Jacobs, Lewis Mumford, Robert Moses, and Naomi Klein. Find out where your community ranks on healthy and livable cities.

Tallinn is setting a strong example in urban transformation with its 2025 budget prioritizing accessibility and quality of life. Guided by the 15-minute city principles and the "Tallinn 2035" strategy, the city is redesigning streets, enhancing public transport, and investing in inclusive spaces. Congratulations to Deputy Mayor Madle Lippus and the team for leading this visionary approach to sustainable urban planning! 🌍 Read article here: https://lnkd.in/ewr8rknQ

How has the City of Rotterdam successfully transformed its public spaces and promoted active mobility over the past two decades? Stay tuned for next week's episode 🎧 Our guest in our next episode will be José Besselink, Senior Urban Planner at Gemeente Rotterdam. With her, we discussed Rotterdam's transformative urban planning efforts, including significant investments in public spaces, tactical urbanism, and strategies to promote walking and cycling to create a human-scaled city. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and turn on your notifications on your listening platform to make sure you don't miss this episode! #SmartCity #UrbanPlanning #Rotterdam #ActiveMobility #PublicSpaces #SustainableCities #TacticalUrbanism #GreenCities #UrbanFuture

Regional networks and local character: CNU33 explores Providence: The 33rd annual Congress for the New Urbanism will explore national and international planning issues like housing and climate change through the lens of New England’s cities and towns.

New Article Alert! 🌳🪑 I'm excited to share my latest research article on urbanism, now live on my website: "Benches." https://lnkd.in/ecuF_K_i In this article, I delve into the fascinating role of benches as an essential element of public space in Brussels. From fostering community interactions to providing much-needed rest spots in bustling urban areas, benches are a silent yet impactful part of our daily lives. Highlights from the research: 🔹 Significance of benches in promoting social cohesion 🔹 How strategic placement enhances urban livability 🔹 Insights on the state and quality of public sitting in Belgian capital Whether you're an urban enthusiast, a city planner, or someone who appreciates the subtleties of public spaces, this article offers a deep dive into how something as simple as a bench can influence urban dynamics. Check it out and let me know your thoughts! 💬 #Urbanism #PublicSpace #Brussels #CityPlanning #CommunityEngagement #UrbanDesign #Research

New publication alert 🎉 I am excited to share my latest review paper: "Restorative Streets for Healthy Cities: A Critical Review Dissenting the Conventional Narrative of Restorative Environments." This critical review explores the need to apply the concept of restorative urbanism to the utmost utilized urban spaces, the streets, particularly in future public health crises. A key finding and recommendation from this research are acknowledging street restorativeness as an environmental quality that must be fulfilled to achieve sustainable urban and health developments. https://lnkd.in/dtDTbbui

Rob, At Blacktown City Council, we agree that community facilities buildings are the lifeblood of our cities. Unfortunately, the Government in which you were Minister, and all State Governments since 2012, have done nothing to change the State's policy which prevents Councils levying developers to provide those facilities. This policy was introduced as a means to boost housing affordability: surely one of the biggest ever failures of public policy. Changing developer input costs, such as contributions toward essential public infrastructure, in the long term does nothing to new housing prices which are determined by turnover in existing housing stock. Rather, it affects the residual land value of input englobo development sites (i.e. the price paid to the landholder before development). In the case of Blacktown City, if our community facilities buildings backlog were to be funded from rates, it would necessitate an increase of more than 50% for more than 20 years on newly created lots. We have been campaigning for sensible policy change for more than a decade... because its the right thing to do for our communities.