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Markus Appenzeller sheds light on the current state of "project-based" urbanization in the kingdom. In his latest article, he offers a critical analysis and summarizes the gaps that prevent development to the highest standards. The insights he provides are invaluable for anyone involved in urban planning. Don't miss out on this must-read article! #urbanization #development #planning

🇬🇧 Transforming London: Brent Cross Town's Net-Zero Blueprint 🔍 Discover Brent Cross Town in Northwest London – a pioneering urban regeneration project and a roadmap for sustainable futures. 🚧 What Sets Brent Cross Town Apart? 1️⃣ Innovative Green Infrastructure: The newly opened Brent Cross West station, boasting an impressive glulam timber canopy, is revolutionising eco-friendly architecture in public spaces. 2️⃣ Building a Sustainable Community: Spanning 180 acres, Brent Cross Town is committed to achieving net-zero carbon by 2030, offering 6,700 homes and a vast commercial area, setting a new standard for contemporary living. 3️⃣ Trailblazing in Construction: With the UK's first mass-timber framed office building, this project is at the forefront of demonstrating timber's potential in urban construction. 📈 Beyond Construction: This venture transcends mere building; it's about cultivating a sustainable, dynamic community that harmonises urban development with environmental stewardship. 💬 #questionforgroup: Brent Cross Town transcends the typical urban project, serving as a catalyst for widespread change. How might other cities emulate this sustainable development model? What future do you envision for mass timber in urban landscapes? Share your perspectives and let's champion a movement towards sustainable urban transformations! 🏷️ #urbanregeneration #sustainableliving #netzero2050 #london #masstimber #masstimberconstruction #architecture #architectureanddesign #engineering #brentcross #greenbuildings #futurecities #design #londonbusiness #londonuk #timber 📘 To fully grasp Brent Cross Town's impact on sustainable urban planning, and how it's setting new standards in the UK, check out the detailed article: https://lnkd.in/gFxw5qS6

🇬🇧 Transforming London: Brent Cross Town's Net-Zero Blueprint 🔍 Discover Brent Cross Town in Northwest London – a pioneering urban regeneration project and a roadmap for sustainable futures. 🚧 What Sets Brent Cross Town Apart? 1️⃣ Innovative Green Infrastructure: The newly opened Brent Cross West station, boasting an impressive glulam timber canopy, is revolutionising eco-friendly architecture in public spaces. 2️⃣ Building a Sustainable Community: Spanning 180 acres, Brent Cross Town is committed to achieving net-zero carbon by 2030, offering 6,700 homes and a vast commercial area, setting a new standard for contemporary living. 3️⃣ Trailblazing in Construction: With the UK's first mass-timber framed office building, this project is at the forefront of demonstrating timber's potential in urban construction. 📈 Beyond Construction: This venture transcends mere building; it's about cultivating a sustainable, dynamic community that harmonises urban development with environmental stewardship. 💬 #questionforgroup: Brent Cross Town transcends the typical urban project, serving as a catalyst for widespread change. How might other cities emulate this sustainable development model? What future do you envision for mass timber in urban landscapes? Share your perspectives and let's champion a movement towards sustainable urban transformations! 🏷️ #urbanregeneration #sustainableliving #netzero2050 #london #masstimber #masstimberconstruction #architecture #architectureanddesign #engineering #brentcross #greenbuildings #futurecities #design #londonbusiness #londonuk #timber 📘 To fully grasp Brent Cross Town's impact on sustainable urban planning, and how it's setting new standards in the UK, check out the detailed article: https://lnkd.in/gUPfKNdg

Urban planning (and urbanity) against loneliness Initiatives to encourage citizens to break out of the forced solitude to which modern life often condemns them. You may READ, see MORE PICTURES or either SUBSCRIBE to our summary of news and updates through link 👇 #architecture #construction #design #urban #urbanplanning #urbanplanningdesign #loneliness #city #solitude #modernlife

Check out our latest article on Mapping Progress: Defining Local Impact Areas in Urban Development! Impact areas are part of Homes England’s approach to place-based impact. #healthimpact #socialvalue #communityconsultation #townplanning #architecture

Architects and planners play a key role in creating social value. Our privileged position allows us to be involved in the design, construction, and post-occupancy evaluation - each crucial for fostering long-term sustainability in places. As part of my PhD research, I had the chance to speak with Abigail Batchelor and Hajir Kheder from Karakusevic Carson Architects . I learned about the exceptional work they are doing to create #socialvalue through housing design, with notable examples of collaborative projects with local authorities and housing associations that place resident engagement and co-design at the forefront.  The following case study reviews one of their projects: the Urban Design Framework for the regeneration of the Broadwater Farm Estate. This comprehensive document outlines a project focused on creating social value through a combination of retrofitting, strategic redevelopment and infill. It shows how housing regeneration can be planned to preserve and enhance existing community assets, mitigate disruption, and incorporate long-term planning for sustainable growth. Many thanks to Abigail, Hajir, and Paul Karakusevic for your time and interest in the work we are doing in the RE-DWELL — MSCA-ITN.

Urban planning plays a crucial role in shaping the economic landscape of cities. 🏙️ Well-thought-out urban development strategies can create a conducive environment for job creation, economic growth, & improved quality of life for residents. 🏘️ Click on the link below to explore seven ways in which urban planning can foster economic development. ⬇️ #advfirm #urbanplanning #blogpost #urbanplanningblog #masterplanning #urbandesign #planning

Housing for all! As countries develop, urbanization accelerates. The construction industry plays a critical role in building affordable housing and commercial spaces, reducing overcrowding, and improving living standards. #Urbanization #Housing #ConstructionIndustry

𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗥𝗕𝗔𝗡 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗢: 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 In Spring semester of 2023, a team of Masters in Urban Planning students spent 16 weeks crafting a development plan for Surat. The studio followed two stages of analysis. First, Existing Situation Analysis of Surat was done where students assessed Surat's current built form, infrastructure, transportation, and green spaces. Then the students were divided into three groups where they did Development Plan iterations over 14 weeks. The students conducted site visits and framed proposals for zoning, transportation networks, blue-green infrastructure, physical infrastructure, costing, phasing, implementation of the plan. This collaborative effort, informed by stakeholder consultations and through primary and secondary research, aimed to guide a sustainable growth of Surat. 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝟭 Rebalancing Surat's Landscape: "Proposal for the development of the Surat urban area in the next 20 years aims at balancing the green open spaces whilst facilitating the industrial and commercial development of the region. The proposal tries to address both factors by creating Surat as a ‘Sponge city’. This is mainly done by increasing the per capita green space through planning, management, and building-level interventions. The concept was taken as an attempt to Surat's urban resilience. Group Members: Abhranil Munsi, Bhushruti Bissu, Kajal Rai 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝟮 Resilient Compact City: The proposal is beyond a traditional planning and zoning, based on a "predict and provide" approach to develop a plan that is resilient to withstand future uncertainties caused by external economic growth, market demand, and other factors. The focus has been on a market driven approach for zoning. While some areas need regulated norms for the betterment of the city and environment, the built form should have a liberal approach as per economy. Group Members: Akansha Agrawal, Akansha Ghumare, Namandeep Verma, Prabhat Mehta. 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝟯 Resilient Surat: "Aim of the DP is to strike a balance between environment and the economic growth to achieve urban resilience. To achieve that, the strategy is to create a system that helps the people and the society survive through the adversities and recover from them rapidly through infrastructural solutions along with promoting the economy, all along the growth corridors. In this system the key intervention is to involve the state as a decision maker in addressing only the negative externalities and let rest of the growth be market driven. Group Members: Gayatri Bhadra, Hemali Joshi, Prajakta Pande, Shrutik Patel Program Chair: Jignesh Mehta Tutor: Arjun Joshi Teaching Associate: Rohini Chatterjee #urbanplanning #CEPTuniversity #collaboration #ImagineThePossibilities #UrbanPlanningVision #urbandevelopment #futurecities #sustainablecities #placemaking #Education #Knowledge #Innovation #developmentplan #planningstudio

HANOI’S EXPANDED METROPOLITAN AREA TO UNDERGO MAJOR URBAN REDEVELOPMENT ------------------------------ In the upcoming period, the expanded metropolitan area will undergo urban reconstruction, emphasizing upgrading technical infrastructure and expanding social infrastructure. Faced with the rapid pace of urbanization, the expanded inner-city region of Hanoi will undergo a major transformation of its urban landscape shortly, addressing issues such as severe overcrowding, traffic congestion, flooding, and environmental pollution. Necessity to revise existing planning In 2011, the Prime Minister approved the general plan for capital construction until 2030, with a vision to 2050 (QHC2011). This plan designates the expanded inner-city area, extending from Ring Road No.2 to Nhue River, encompassing districts such as Cau Giay, Thanh Xuan, Hoang Mai, Nam Tu Liem, Bac Tu Liem, and Ha Dong, with a maximum population target of approximately 0.9 million people. To implement the approved QHC2011 plan, the Hanoi People's Committee has approved four urban zoning planning projects: H2-1 (Tay Ho, Cau Giay, Bac Tu Liem), H2-2 (Cau Giay, Nam Tu Liem), H2-3 (Cau Giay, Thanh Xuan), and H2-4 (Hoang Mai, Thanh Tri, Ha Dong). Luu Quang Huy, the Director of the Hanoi Urban Planning Institute, mentioned that the approved urban zoning plans in the expanded inner-city area generally align with the nature and functions outlined in QHC2011. In addition, the implementation of a green park system in areas like Dam Hong, Ha Dinh, and Dinh Cong, following the QHC2011 orientation, faces feasibility issues due to residential areas that have existed for many years. New proposed orientations Highlighting the discrepancies between planning requirements, orientations, and the actual circumstances, it becomes evident that various factors impact the management of urban administration and architectural planning in each locality within the region. Consequently, the research unit proposes changes in theCapital's General Planning to 2045, with a vision to 2065. Simultaneously, policy mechanisms are recommended to address challenges in relocating small educational institutions, medical facilities causing pollution, and industrial facilities not conforming to the planning. These measures include ensuring the handover of land to the city after relocation for the development of projects serving regional public benefits. Additionally, a meticulous review of the legal status in areas entangled in recent lawsuits due to planning issues is emphasized, Phuong noted. HANOI TIMES Source: Vietstock.vn ------------------------------- #Hanoi #Vietnam #Vietnamese #realestate #Expanding #relocate #recalibrate #Hanoitimes #CauGiay #ThanhXuan #HoangMai #NamTuLiem #BacTuLiem #HaDong #Vietstock #Unibiz #UnibizGroup #InvestingInVietnam