urban planning
Concentric Zone Model: Burgess’s Five Rings Explained
Burgess drew 1925 Chicago as five rings spreading from the business district. What each zone held, where the model still describes cities, and...
illustrarch Editoral Team9 Mins read
The Third Place: Oldenburg’s Eight Characteristics Explained
Cafés, pubs, barber shops and libraries do social work that homes and offices cannot. What makes a third place work, and why so...
illustrarch Editoral Team7 Mins read
Architectural and Urban Design: How Architects Shape Cities
Architects play a crucial role in shaping cities through architectural and urban design. From designing buildings and public spaces to collaborating with urban...
Elif Ayse Sen6 Mins read
What Really Keeps a City Alive? The Energy Behind Urban Motion
Cities thrive on a complex interplay of energy systems, transportation networks, and human connections that collectively define their vitality and resilience.
Bahattin Duran4 Mins read
5 Design Trends Shaping the Future of Urban Apartment Living
Five key design trends are currently influencing urban apartment living, focusing on flexibility, wellness, technology, and community to meet modern renters' expectations.
Furkan Sen4 Mins read
Christian de Portzamparc Honored with 2026 CDA Lifetime Achievement Award
Christian de Portzamparc, a Pritzker Prize-winning French architect, is known for blending creativity, functionality, and urban sensitivity. From LVMH Tower in New York...
Elif Ayse Sen3 Mins read
Transforming Cities: Urban Planning After the Empire for a Sustainable Future
Explore the evolution of urban planning in the post-empire era in this insightful article. Discover how historical shifts have influenced today’s cities, emphasizing...
Sinan Ozen5 Mins read
What Roof Design Reveals About Urban Architecture
Roof design in urban architecture serves as a reflection of a city's history, culture, and values, influencing energy efficiency, aesthetics, and community identity.
Bahattin Duran6 Mins read
What Are Hybrid Cities? Features, Benefits & Examples
Hybrid cities merge physical infrastructure with digital networks and mixed-use design. A clear look at what defines them, their features, benefits, and the...
Sinan Ozen5 Mins read
