Urban Design

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2026 the Year of Urban Planning and Architecture in Azerbaijan
Architecture NewsUrban Design

2026 the Year of Urban Planning and Architecture in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan has officially declared 2026 the Year of Urban Planning and Architecture, positioning urban design, sustainability, and architectural culture at the center of...

The World’s Largest Cities: How Mega‑Urban Centers Are Evolving
Urban Design

The World’s Largest Cities: How Mega‑Urban Centers Are Evolving

The world’s largest cities are evolving fast—discover how mega-urban centers grow, manage transit and housing, and build climate resilience in this expert guide.

How China’s Urban Voids Are Transforming City Life
Urban Design

How China’s Urban Voids Are Transforming City Life

China’s urban voids are reshaping city life—see how under-bridge belts, night markets, and tactical design turn gaps into culture and climate resilience.

How DeepSeek AI Is Transforming Architecture and Urban Design Workflows
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How DeepSeek AI Is Transforming Architecture and Urban Design Workflows

DeepSeek AI represents a new generation of architectural intelligence, shifting artificial intelligence beyond image generation into research, spatial analysis, and design strategy. By...

Copenhagen Named the Happiest City in the World in 2025
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Copenhagen Named the Happiest City in the World in 2025

Copenhagen has been named the happiest city in the world in 2025 by the Happy City Index. The city stands out for its...

Frank Gehry’s Transformative Ideas in Urban Design
Urban Design

Frank Gehry’s Transformative Ideas in Urban Design

Frank Gehry’s influence extends far beyond expressive architecture; his ideas have reshaped the way cities evolve, regenerate, and connect with people. Through landmark...

Architecture as Infrastructure: Designing Beyond Buildings
Urban Design

Architecture as Infrastructure: Designing Beyond Buildings

Architecture as infrastructure reframes cities as systems—flows, lifecycles, and value. Explore resilient design for streets, energy, transit, and governance.

Designing for Emotional Urbanism: How We Shape Cities People Actually Feel Good In
Urban Design

Designing for Emotional Urbanism: How We Shape Cities People Actually Feel Good In

Emotional Urbanism: a practical guide to design that reduces stress, boosts dwell and trust—methods, metrics, and pilots-to-policy steps for equity.

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