Abstract I thought this semester had given me a lot of experiences. Similar to the first semester, we need to finish these blogs in semester 2. Sadly, we have few lectures than previews, but we have mastered the technologies to know how to explore the urban design world. There are many approaches gathering the information, Read the full article…

Coworking broke the rules Author: Yihan He Introduction The idea of work has undergone a considerable alteration in the fast-paced and high-technic developed, globally linked world of today closely. Innovative workplaces that promote community, flexibility, and collaboration are progressively replacing traditional office settings. The expansion of coworking spaces, which have risen dramatically in popularity in Read the full article…

My experience over the last two semesters has been life-changing. I approached the exercise with skepticism at first and encountered various challenges, including language problems and difficulty with content organisation. However, as my first semester went, I progressively overcome these difficulties and found myself more involved and motivated. Topic selection and remaining on-track challenges lingered Read the full article…

One of the key topics of this semester is an in-depth study of the principles and applications of urban design. We studied the Ouseburn area, integrating the existing environment and preserving the essence of the area gave me a deep understanding of the importance of principles and methodological research in a successful urban design project. Read the full article…

ARC 8069 Housing Alternatives After completing the module on ARC8069, Housing Alternatives, I have acquired knowledge on how to design a community that caters to diverse user groups while being responsive to the topography and historical context of its surroundings. Additionally, I have gained insights into various housing models such as affordable housing and co-housing. Read the full article…

In this synopsis, I’d want to briefly describe my entire adventure. I must describe how I discovered the new topic based on my interests and how I conducted my research this semester. This semester, I picked up a few new skills that will be useful in the future. In comparison to the previous semester, this Read the full article…

Urban design is designing cities rather than designing buildings. The article lists three representative examples of urban design in the United States, Paris, France, and Brasilia, and briefly analyzes them. Its core content is reflected in three aspects: ①The urban design of Washington, USA focuses on the shaping of the urban axis and the commanding Read the full article…

Let’s talk about how to make urban streets more dynamic from the perspective of shared space. The term “shared space” was first used in urban traffic planning and urban streets, especially regarding streets as important public spaces. Mariahilferstraße coworking space in Vienna As the origin of the concept of “shared space”, the Netherlands is “wonnerfs” Read the full article…

During the design codes module, we had the opportunity to delve into the Ouseburn area, which proved to be a captivating experience. Exploring the historical significance of the region and its rich biodiversity added a unique dimension to the design process. Integrating the existing context and preserving the essence of the area became a priority Read the full article…

This is my ninth month at Newcastle and the end of two semesters of study. This semester of the Masters programme has been an invaluable learning experience, especially through the task of writing a blog. I have benefited from the knowledge I have gained from this assignment, helping me to complete my public housing project Read the full article…

Either by design or accident, cities often contribute to and exacerbate gender disparities. The planning and design of many public spaces often compromise women’s safety, neglect their fundamental requirements, and limit their social and economic prospects. Consequently, billions of women are not supported by the urban settings in which they reside and work. To create Read the full article…

In these few months, things have changed a lot. The way I was seeing this exercise at the start of my 1st semester was not very positive. There were many difficulties such as the language barrier, lack of interest, content writing and organizing blog writing with my daily routine which I overcome by the end Read the full article…