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Study Ranks U.S. Cities by 15-Minute City Potential
Aug 16, 2021 · A study by moveBuddha evaluates 78 metropolitan areas in the U.S. based on their ability to meet residents' basic needs within a short walk or roll of their home. Miami tops …
How Copenhagen is Leading the World in Sustainability
Feb 23, 2024 · Learn how Copenhagen is leading the world in sustainable development through its innovative initiatives in cycling, air quality, and energy efficiency. The city has earned …
Urbanism 101: Hostile Architecture - The Urbanist
Dec 11, 2023 · Hostile architecture is a type of design that uses elements of the built environment to guide or restrict behavior, often to stop people from doing something. Learn how hostile …
Visualizing Compatible Density - The Urbanist
May 4, 2017 · This article shows examples of various densities in Washington State communities and explains how design elements affect the perception of density. It does not address the …
Urban Art: Elevating Aesthetics and Cultural Identity in Cities
Dec 23, 2023 · Urban art is a term for visual art forms that are created by and representative of city dwellers. Learn how urban art installations contribute to the aesthetics, identity, community …
Seattle Waterfront Park Project Finally Enters Its Home Stretch
Mar 20, 2024 · Learn how the city is transforming the waterfront from a highway corridor to a park and public space, with new attractions like the Seattle Aquarium and the Overlook Walk. Find …
Urbanism 101: 15-Minute Cities, Walkability, and Accessibility
Aug 5, 2024 · Learn about the 15-minute city concept, which aims to make daily services and essentials within a 15-minute walk or bike ride. Explore the benefits, challenges, and examples …
Seattle Subway’s 2021 Map Upgrades Light Rail ... - The Urbanist
Jun 3, 2021 · Seattle Subway envisions a rapid transit network of seven light rail lines in the Seattle region by 2050, with new connections in Renton, Lynnwood, and Kirkland. See the …
Downtown Bellevue Anticipates a Wave of Mega-Projects
Jul 11, 2022 · Learn about the proposed and under construction developments that will transform Downtown Bellevue with multiple towers, thousands of units, and millions of square feet of …