All Things Urban

Cities are under growing pressure to cut emissions, respond to housing shortages, and rethink how we build and rebuild. More and more, the question is not what to construct next, but what we already have and how we choose to work with it. Brussels offers a concrete example of how adaptive reuse can move from ambition to practice when policy, design, and implementation begin to align.

The urban field is changing fast. Climate adaptation, new mobility models, digital tools, and AI driven workflows are reshaping what employers expect from today’s urban professionals. Whether you work in planning, design, mobility, research, sustainability, or urban tech, staying competitive means upgrading your skills in a strategic, intentional way. This guide breaks down the key skills urbanists need in 2026 to grow, adapt, and thrive.

Urbanism is one of the fastest-growing and most interdisciplinary career fields today. From housing and mobility to climate adaptation, public space design, and data-driven planning, the opportunities are diverse and global. But with so many career paths in urbanism, how do you identify the niche where you can truly thrive?

Whether you're just starting your journey in urbanism or you're already shaping the cities of tomorrow, these carefully curated books will deepen your understanding of what makes cities work –and what doesn't.

Urban practitioners are some of the most mission-driven, creative people around. You care about shaping better cities, solving complex problems, and leaving a meaningful impact. But what happens when the career path that once lit you up starts to feel… dim?

What happens when two passionate urban mobility enthusiasts meet in a challenge-driven innovation class? For Katarzyna Sowinska and Henry Acosta, who met on the benches of the EIT Urban Mobility Master School, it led to the creation of a mobility startup that is reshaping transportation solutions.

Welcome to our interview series in partnership with the EIT Urban Mobility Master School, where we spotlight inspiring young urbanists passionate about sustainable city development. This series delves into the diverse and dynamic career paths of emerging professionals dedicated to shaping sustainable and livable cities. Through their stories, we explore the challenges, achievements, and impact of their work, providing inspiration and insights for anyone interested in the future of urban mobility and sustainable urban development. This time, we speak to Olajumoke Beyioku, a Building Engineer and urban mobility professional whose decade-long career has impacted city planning.

The year 2025 marks a significant milestone in how we approach design and planning, with several emerging trends defining the future of our built environments.

Unlock the power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and take your skills to the next level. Whether you’re looking to optimize mobility, enhance sustainability, or improve community engagement, GIS helps you make smarter, data-driven decisions about cities. Learn how to leverage GIS to elevate your career, increase your salary, or even transition to freelancing or consulting.

The 2025 calendar is packed with pivotal events that promise to shape the future of architecture and urbanism. Carefully curated by All Things Urban, these gatherings are not just opportunities to witness innovation; they are platforms for meaningful professional growth, networking, and thought leadership in the fields of architecture and urban planning.