Urban Design
Urban design principles and projects shaping livable, sustainable cities fill this category. illustrarch examines streets, plazas, districts, and shared space strategies through built examples and clear analysis. Read about density, mobility, and placemaking to understand how design decisions at city scale affect everyday life.
First Mercedes-Benz Branded City in Dubai: 13,000 Luxury Homes
Mercedes-Benz Places Binghatti City redefines luxury living with 12 towers inspired by iconic concept cars, featuring sustainable design in Dubai.
Elif Ayse Sen5 Mins read
Recycled Asphalt in Urban Design: Rethinking Roads as Architectural Infrastructure
Recycled asphalt is reshaping how cities think about roads, infrastructure, and material responsibility. More than a technical solution, it reframes streets as architectural...
Sinan Ozen4 Mins read
10 Biggest Airports in the World: Architecture at the Scale of Cities
The world’s biggest airports are not just transportation hubs but complex architectural systems where infrastructure, culture, and spatial experience intersect. Operating at the...
Sinan Ozen5 Mins read
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...
Elif Ayse Sen2 Mins read
The Art of the Streetscape: How Thoughtful Design Builds Stronger Communities
Intentional streetscape design enhances community engagement by incorporating custom elements that reflect local character, promote safety, and foster social interactions.
Bahattin Duran2 Mins read
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...
Sinan Ozen5 Mins read
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.
Sinan Ozen4 Mins read
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...
Bahattin Duran4 Mins read
