Seattle’s World Cup streets debate offers London a transport-event checklist
A Seattle urbanism analysis argues that tournament-era public realm and transit gains should not disappear after the final whistle. For London, the…
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The Future of London’s Low Traffic Neighbourhoods: Balancing Access and Liveability
London's Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) aim to create safer, quieter streets, but spark debate over access and congestion. This column explores their…
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London Learning: Brooklyn Bridge Cycling Upgrades Offer Insights for Urban Infrastructure
Recent cycling infrastructure improvements at the Manhattan entrance of the Brooklyn Bridge, while specific to New York, offer valuable lessons for London's…
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London’s Public Realm Lessons from Baldwin Park’s Barnes Park Redevelopment
The recent redevelopment of Barnes Park in Baldwin Park, Los Angeles, offers insights for London's ongoing public realm improvements, particularly regarding integrated…
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Chicago’s “Concrete Beach” Phenomenon and its Lessons for Urban Public Space
Chicago residents have embraced their unique "concrete beach" along Lake Michigan, sparking conversations about unconventional urban public spaces and how cities can…
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World Cup visitor lessons point to a London public-realm test beyond the stadium
A sponsored Smart Cities Dive piece argues that World Cup host cities are judged long before kick-off. For London, the useful planning…
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Arlington pop-up park case offers a limited lesson for London’s vacant office spaces
A temporary park in Arlington, Virginia is not a London scheme, but its use of a vacant office terrace raises practical questions…
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Detroit greenway dispute highlights housing risks London schemes must test
A 29-mile greenway in Detroit is being promoted as a cultural and economic asset, but local fears over displacement offer a relevant…
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Temporary Third Spaces Emerge as Pop-Up Parks in Vacant Urban Land
A vacant building's terrace in Arlington, Virginia, has been transformed into a temporary pop-up park, offering a potential model for cities seeking…
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New York City Street Redesign Faces Lawsuit Over Safety Concerns
A legal challenge has been filed against the Department of Transportation's planned road diet for West 72nd Street, with opponents citing potential…
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