Posted on by Bin Shan
Meaning Smart city refers to the advanced form of urban information technology that fully applies the new generation of information technology to all walks of life in the city, integrates the constituent systems and services of the city, enhances the efficiency of resource utilization, optimizes urban management and services, and improves the quality of life Read the full article…
Introduction With the development of big data and the popularization of informatization, more and more countries have entered the era of smart cities. Therefore, this blog selects several cities that have been recognized as doing well in the field of smart cities. So that, it can help us understand some of their typical practices. Figure1: Read the full article…
Posted on by Wenyu Tao
Introduction: In this century, the development of anything is inseparable from the assistance of technology, and cities are no exception. A smart city is a technologically modern urban area that uses devices to collect data, and the system will analyze these data and draw conclusions that are helpful for urban development and operation. Meanwhile, it Read the full article…
More people are living in cities now than ever before. However, the urban lifestyle can often come at the detriment of mental health, brought on by the rapid, often chaotic, and stressful nature of the metropolis and everyday work-life. Today, we see mental health conditions soaring and become one of the main contributors to the Read the full article…
Posted on by Sumit Poriya
PUBLIC SPACE Public spaces have the power to connect people and cities. Image from Car Free NYC on Earth Day 2017. Photo by New York City Department of Transportation / Flickr Our impressions of a city are formed mainly by the quality of public spaces. If they are not pleasant and preserved, or if they Read the full article…
Definition of sustainable transportation: Sustainable transport systems, also known as green transport, refer to all modes of transport that have a low impact on the environment, including walking, cycling, transit-oriented development, green vehicles, car-sharing, and the building and protection of urban transport systems through the conservation of energy, urban space and the promotion of healthy Read the full article…
Posted on by wa'ad
Five-Star Public Spaces in Urban Design introduction Public spaces are the heart and soul of a community. They provide a sense of place, a space for social Interaction, and a platform for cultural expression. They are essential for the health and well-being of individuals and the community as a whole. A well-designed public space can Read the full article…
Posted on by Georgina Walker
Blog entry published by Georgina Walker on 10 November 2023 Understanding Child-Friendly Urban Design Child-friendly urban design is not a new concept, and neither is the variations in the definitions of what signifies ‘child-friendly’ design and how to measure the impact. However, as noted in the lecture by Dr Alkistis Pitsikali, the overarching connection Read the full article…
Posted on by Sushmita Prajapati
WHAT ARE PUBLIC SPACES? In cities, public space is essential to daily existence in the form of streets, parks, squares, and gathering places make it up. People from various ethnic and social backgrounds use them. However public space is a place where planned and unplanned social interactions can take place. Cities with well-designed public spaces are Read the full article…
Posted on by Bingchuan Wang
What kind of public spaces are successful? Before turning to how to assess the effectiveness of a quality public space, it’s important to note that public space is an area or place that provides access to all members of the community or the wider public. Therefore, public space is usually assessed whether it is positive Read the full article…
Posted on by Dan Yu
One of the most important aspects of a city is public space, particularly high-quality public space that not only provides outdoor recreational areas for socializing, exercising, and playing but also has a good impact on people’s health. The closure of public areas has created social instability and protests, demonstrating that their use is not only Read the full article…
A public space is a place that is open and accessible to the general public (wikipedia). It is an important aspect of urban design. Creating a suitable physical framework can encourage people to use public spaces, engage in social activities, and spend more time outdoors . Therefore, the design and quality of public spaces are essential in Read the full article…
