Clarksburg, Md., grows as residents advocate for new infrastructureClarksburg, Maryland, transformed from a rural community to a vibrant suburb, reflecting significant growth and diversity over the decades.
Who Is Liu Jiakun? 10 Things to Know About the 2025 Pritzker Architecture LaureateLiu Jiakun redefines Chinese architecture by blending utopia with function and creating spaces that foster human connections.
Brutalism and Bureaucracy: An Architectural Language of Authority in the Postwar United StatesBrutalist architecture symbolizes postwar optimism and institutional authority in the U.S.
Set New Home Standards in the UAE and Be Recognized for Your Innovation - Win 250,000Dubai has transformed into a global metropolis, yet faces housing challenges for its working class amidst rapid urbanization.
infra-architecture lab's shelter for plants and bees enhances urban pollination networkArchitecture can play a crucial role in protecting and restoring pollinator communities within urban environments.
"The Building as a Dance Between Design and Habitation": In Conversation with Niall McLaughlinArchitecture today must engage with socio-cultural contexts and evolve in response to contemporary challenges, emphasizing the need for collaboration and adaptation in architectural education.
Long Bien House / TOOB STUDIOAdaptation of older houses in Vietnam can meet modern demands while minimizing wastefulness and renovation costs.
Who Is Liu Jiakun? 10 Things to Know About the 2025 Pritzker Architecture LaureateLiu Jiakun redefines Chinese architecture by blending utopia with function and creating spaces that foster human connections.
Brutalism and Bureaucracy: An Architectural Language of Authority in the Postwar United StatesBrutalist architecture symbolizes postwar optimism and institutional authority in the U.S.
Set New Home Standards in the UAE and Be Recognized for Your Innovation - Win 250,000Dubai has transformed into a global metropolis, yet faces housing challenges for its working class amidst rapid urbanization.
infra-architecture lab's shelter for plants and bees enhances urban pollination networkArchitecture can play a crucial role in protecting and restoring pollinator communities within urban environments.
"The Building as a Dance Between Design and Habitation": In Conversation with Niall McLaughlinArchitecture today must engage with socio-cultural contexts and evolve in response to contemporary challenges, emphasizing the need for collaboration and adaptation in architectural education.
Long Bien House / TOOB STUDIOAdaptation of older houses in Vietnam can meet modern demands while minimizing wastefulness and renovation costs.
The Mailman Was a Spy: Espionage in the Medieval Islamic World - Medievalists.netThe medieval Islamic world established a sophisticated spy network intertwined with its postal system, well ahead of post-classical Europe.
Earth911 Podcast: Author Nadina Galle on The Nature of Our CitiesUrbanization is expected to reach 80% by 2050, necessitating innovative ecological approaches.Technology like AI can play a critical role in enhancing urban ecosystems.
As Global Cities Expand Rapidly, People Must Be at the Center of PlanningCities must embrace sustainable urban development to combat climate change and housing crises, impacting over half the world's population.
Saudi Arabia's Architectural Revolution And How it is Making a Global Impact - Yanko DesignSaudi Arabia is diversifying its economy and enhancing its global presence through ambitious projects and partnerships in multiple sectors.
Why we need to unleash a regenerative revolutionUrbanization necessitates the design of regenerative cities that prioritize sustainability, resilience, and societal well-being.
Earth911 Podcast: Author Nadina Galle on The Nature of Our CitiesUrbanization is expected to reach 80% by 2050, necessitating innovative ecological approaches.Technology like AI can play a critical role in enhancing urban ecosystems.
As Global Cities Expand Rapidly, People Must Be at the Center of PlanningCities must embrace sustainable urban development to combat climate change and housing crises, impacting over half the world's population.
Saudi Arabia's Architectural Revolution And How it is Making a Global Impact - Yanko DesignSaudi Arabia is diversifying its economy and enhancing its global presence through ambitious projects and partnerships in multiple sectors.
Why we need to unleash a regenerative revolutionUrbanization necessitates the design of regenerative cities that prioritize sustainability, resilience, and societal well-being.
How AI Is Being Used to Respond to Natural Disasters in CitiesUrban growth alongside climate change heightens disaster risks, prompting global initiatives to leverage AI for improved disaster management.
A new tool shows what the climate crisis could feel like in your cityRising global temperatures will exacerbate climate hazards in near 1,000 major cities, particularly threatening low-income regions by 2100.
Why Risky Wildfire Zones Have Been Increasing Around the WorldUrban growth dramatically increases the risk of wildfires worldwide.The wildland-urban interface expanded by 85% from 2010 to 2020.China accounted for nearly all global WUI expansion from 2010 to 2020.
How humans made coastal cities more vulnerabile to storm surge and floodingUrbanization has severely damaged estuarine habitats, increasing vulnerability to climate-related threats.
How might we design cities to support both human and animal needs?Urbanization harms biodiversity, yet some species adapt and coexist, emphasizing the need for redesigning urban spaces for all life forms.
Higher Temperatures Mean More Rats in the World's CitiesClimate change is contributing to rising urban rat populations by extending their active periods and food availability.
How AI Is Being Used to Respond to Natural Disasters in CitiesUrban growth alongside climate change heightens disaster risks, prompting global initiatives to leverage AI for improved disaster management.
A new tool shows what the climate crisis could feel like in your cityRising global temperatures will exacerbate climate hazards in near 1,000 major cities, particularly threatening low-income regions by 2100.
Why Risky Wildfire Zones Have Been Increasing Around the WorldUrban growth dramatically increases the risk of wildfires worldwide.The wildland-urban interface expanded by 85% from 2010 to 2020.China accounted for nearly all global WUI expansion from 2010 to 2020.
How humans made coastal cities more vulnerabile to storm surge and floodingUrbanization has severely damaged estuarine habitats, increasing vulnerability to climate-related threats.
How might we design cities to support both human and animal needs?Urbanization harms biodiversity, yet some species adapt and coexist, emphasizing the need for redesigning urban spaces for all life forms.
Higher Temperatures Mean More Rats in the World's CitiesClimate change is contributing to rising urban rat populations by extending their active periods and food availability.
These Megacities Are the Largest Urban Areas on EarthMegacities have surged from four in the 1970s to 44 today, primarily in Asia, signaling rapid urban population growth.Resource consumption in megacities raises concerns about sustainability as the global population approaches eight billion.
Building towards 2050: Ensuring affordable housing in an urbanized AmericaThe rapid urbanization trend emphasizes the urgent need for affordable housing solutions by 2050.
Genesis International School Turkayamjal / Studio Sacred GeometryThe architectural design of Genesis International School emphasizes community, creativity, and sustainability through thoughtful spatial planning and materiality.
Nearly 38 Million People Call This Megacity HomeMegacities, defined as city regions with over 10 million residents, are increasing due to global population growth, raising concerns about sustainability.
I moved to Bengaluru, India. It used to be like a dream city, but it feels like it's bursting at the seams.Bengaluru, once a dream city, is now facing urbanization challenges, particularly water scarcity, prompting discussions on sustainability and community action.
These Megacities Are the Largest Urban Areas on EarthMegacities have surged from four in the 1970s to 44 today, primarily in Asia, signaling rapid urban population growth.Resource consumption in megacities raises concerns about sustainability as the global population approaches eight billion.
Building towards 2050: Ensuring affordable housing in an urbanized AmericaThe rapid urbanization trend emphasizes the urgent need for affordable housing solutions by 2050.
Genesis International School Turkayamjal / Studio Sacred GeometryThe architectural design of Genesis International School emphasizes community, creativity, and sustainability through thoughtful spatial planning and materiality.
Nearly 38 Million People Call This Megacity HomeMegacities, defined as city regions with over 10 million residents, are increasing due to global population growth, raising concerns about sustainability.
I moved to Bengaluru, India. It used to be like a dream city, but it feels like it's bursting at the seams.Bengaluru, once a dream city, is now facing urbanization challenges, particularly water scarcity, prompting discussions on sustainability and community action.
The Price of Growth: Urban Sprawl and Sustainability in South Asian CitiesSouth Asia faces rapid urbanization, necessitating a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability amid the challenges of urban sprawl.
Mega-cities, Mega-projects, and Mega-slums: Exploring Urbanization in IndiaIndia's urban landscape is transforming due to mega-cities and projects, fostering growth while confronting challenges like inequality and inadequate infrastructure.
The Price of Growth: Urban Sprawl and Sustainability in South Asian CitiesSouth Asia faces rapid urbanization, necessitating a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability amid the challenges of urban sprawl.
Mega-cities, Mega-projects, and Mega-slums: Exploring Urbanization in IndiaIndia's urban landscape is transforming due to mega-cities and projects, fostering growth while confronting challenges like inequality and inadequate infrastructure.
As world cheers the restored Notre-Dame, other French churches decayThe majority of Catholic churches in France today are government owned, a surprising outcome of the French Revolution's secularism.
Healthier Cities Will Require a Strong Dose of NatureUrbanization is a key driver of the rise in noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly in areas lacking green spaces.
This Country Packs 45,000 People Into Every Square MileUrbanization is essential for accommodating large populations in densely populated countries.High population density can strain infrastructure and negatively impact biodiversity.
Healthier Cities Will Require a Strong Dose of NatureUrbanization is a key driver of the rise in noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly in areas lacking green spaces.
This Country Packs 45,000 People Into Every Square MileUrbanization is essential for accommodating large populations in densely populated countries.High population density can strain infrastructure and negatively impact biodiversity.
Inside India's 'Silicon Valley': a city straining under pressureBengaluru is emerging as a major tech hub but struggles with rapid growth and infrastructure challenges.
I was born in the 'Silicon Valley' of India and watched it change from a quiet, green city to an international tech hubUrbanization has drastically transformed Bengaluru from a peaceful 'Garden City' to a bustling tech hub, causing challenges for locals.
Inside India's 'Silicon Valley': a city straining under pressureBengaluru is emerging as a major tech hub but struggles with rapid growth and infrastructure challenges.
I was born in the 'Silicon Valley' of India and watched it change from a quiet, green city to an international tech hubUrbanization has drastically transformed Bengaluru from a peaceful 'Garden City' to a bustling tech hub, causing challenges for locals.
Syrians return to the homes they fled, only to find them levelledThe regime's destruction of neighborhoods in Syria has left former residents devastated and struggling to reclaim their homes and lives.
How Africa's young urbanites are changing political culture DW 12/15/2024Africa's future will be shaped by rapid urbanization and a burgeoning youth population, driving political and social changes.
How a surprising San Jose spot became a last refuge for the Bay Area's burrowing owl populationBurrowing owls are diminishing in California but effective conservation efforts in San Jose are helping stabilize their population.
Development and climate change continue to threaten Balcones Canyonlands creatures - Austin MonitorConservation efforts are crucial to protect endangered species amidst rapid urbanization and habitat loss.
How a surprising San Jose spot became a last refuge for the Bay Area's burrowing owl populationBurrowing owls are diminishing in California but effective conservation efforts in San Jose are helping stabilize their population.
Development and climate change continue to threaten Balcones Canyonlands creatures - Austin MonitorConservation efforts are crucial to protect endangered species amidst rapid urbanization and habitat loss.
The world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution every year, study showsThe world generates 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, with India being the largest contributor.
The amount of plastic waste produced each year could fill NYC's Central Park and reach as high as the Empire State BuildingThe world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, creating a global environmental crisis.
Coastal populations are booming, accelerating human and environmental risksCoastal populations are rapidly expanding, with 15% of the global population living within 10 kilometers of the shore.
M25 service station plans near Brentwood are 'an attack on our community' - petitionCommunity backlash against proposed motorway services near Brentwood highlights concerns over urbanization and environmental impact despite potential job creation.
The world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution every year, study showsThe world generates 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, with India being the largest contributor.
The amount of plastic waste produced each year could fill NYC's Central Park and reach as high as the Empire State BuildingThe world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, creating a global environmental crisis.
Coastal populations are booming, accelerating human and environmental risksCoastal populations are rapidly expanding, with 15% of the global population living within 10 kilometers of the shore.
M25 service station plans near Brentwood are 'an attack on our community' - petitionCommunity backlash against proposed motorway services near Brentwood highlights concerns over urbanization and environmental impact despite potential job creation.
London's Alleys: Sutton Walk, SE1Sutton Street symbolizes London’s rapid urbanization in the 1820s and the impact of railway construction in the 1860s.
The great abandonment: what happens to the natural world when people disappear?Bulgaria's villages, including Tyurkmen, face severe depopulation due to emigration, low birth rates, and a loss of community vitality.
Photographer Spotlight: Barbara RossiBarbara Rossi's photography explores the relationship between architecture, landscape, and the memory of cultural heritage amidst urban transformations.
Plans for eight new homes on green belt deemed 'unduly cramped'The council rejected a planning proposal for eight homes due to concerns about urbanization and the impact on the green belt.
holcim's building icons transform global cities with circular, low-carbon constructionHolcim is pioneering sustainable building solutions to meet the needs of a growing urban population and climate targets.
This Asian Megacity Has Over 37 Million PeopleMegacities have rapidly increased in number, with significant implications for resource use and urban planning.
The Largest Cities in the World Are a Nightmare, Unless You Have MoneyUrbanization hugely contributes to wealth disparities, especially in megacities, significantly affecting healthcare access and social equality.
Rapidly urbanising Africa to have six cities with populations above 10m by 2035Six African cities will exceed 10 million residents by 2035, driven by a youthful population amid challenges like unemployment and poor services.
This Asian Megacity Has Over 37 Million PeopleMegacities have rapidly increased in number, with significant implications for resource use and urban planning.
The Largest Cities in the World Are a Nightmare, Unless You Have MoneyUrbanization hugely contributes to wealth disparities, especially in megacities, significantly affecting healthcare access and social equality.
Rapidly urbanising Africa to have six cities with populations above 10m by 2035Six African cities will exceed 10 million residents by 2035, driven by a youthful population amid challenges like unemployment and poor services.
Lightspeed doubles down on Wheelocity as it pivots to rural India commerce | TechCrunchWheelocity aims to enhance e-commerce access in rural India, competing with established giants like Amazon and Flipkart.
How can India stem increase in leopard attacks? DW 10/31/2024Growing leopard population is leading to increased human-wildlife conflicts in India, affecting communities and prompting school closures.
Valeriana, the ancient Mayan city found thanks to laser imagingThe discovery of Valeriana significantly enhances our understanding of Mayan urbanization, revealing a sophisticated civilization with a large population.
Dogs Are Entering a New Wave of DomesticationHumans should focus on breeding and training more dogs like service animals to meet modern lifestyle needs.
The Single Most Secluded Spot in Every US StateUrban density prevents easy access to remote areas in the U.S.The search for secluded living becomes more challenging amidst increasing populations.
fromArchDaily5 months agoExploring the Legacy of Modernism in Landscape ArchitectureModernist landscape architecture revolutionized outdoor design by emphasizing simplicity and functionality, adapting to urban needs.
Paper space : A folded hometown / Immediacy Design and Research Office'Paper Space' explores the tension between urban life and the emotional concept of 'hometown' through immersive and abstract installations.
Urban Farming Home / Farming ArchitectsThe Urban Farming Home addresses urbanization issues by enhancing living conditions and promoting ecological diversity through thoughtful architectural design.
from24/7 Wall St.7 months agoThis City Has America's Largest Homeless PopulationHomelessness is a longstanding issue in the US, with variations across cities.
Revealed: London's most in-demand renting locations right nowLondon's up-and-coming rental hotspots are shifting away from central areas due to unaffordability.
Biodiversity loss is biggest driver of infectious disease outbreaks, says studyBiodiversity loss is a significant driver of infectious disease outbreaks, while urbanization decreases disease risk.
April 16: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORYThe movement towards city suburbs in the 1800s was seen as a natural solution to population congestion issues in urban areas.
Californians Are Leaving Big Cities-and You Won't Believe Where They're Moving to NextMany Californians are moving to more affordable areas due to high housing costs in major cities.
These are California's dirtiest beaches. Where are you swimming this summer?Poor water quality persists at certain California and Baja California beaches, attributed to urbanization and sewage spills.