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Navigating Urban Futures: Olajumoke Beyioku on Her Journey in Sustainable City Planning
26.02.2025, All Things Urban
Welcome to our interview series with the EIT Urban Mobility Master School, where we spotlight inspiring young urbanists and their commitment to sustainable city development. We explore the career journeys of professionals dedicated to creating sustainable, livable cities. In this episode, we feature Olajumoke Beyioku, a Building Engineer and urban mobility expert, discussing her decade-long impact on city planning.
Key Trends in Architecture and Urbanism for 2025: Shaping the Future of Built Environments
23.02.2025, Anastasia Sukhoroslova
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.
From Data to Impact: 5 Ways GIS is Transforming Urban Projects
24.01.2025, All Things Urban Team
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.
Architecture and Urbanism Events of 2025: Inspiration, Knowledge, and Connection Hubs
13.01.2025, Anastasia Sukhoroslova
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.
How public transport shapes entire cities and communities
19.12.2024, Adina Rose Levin, Paul Barter
Beyond the commute: The transformative power of public transport
Are Pools A Public Good? How Catalonia Redefines Public Spaces in a Warming World
04.11.2024, Alice Tort
As the world gets warmer, cities are getting warmer faster than surrounding lands. Without sufficient adaptation on the part of urban authorities, this heat will increasingly kill vulnerable inhabitants. At the same time, heat often coincides with drought: the global urban population exposed to water scarcity is set to increase by at least 81% between 2016 and 2050. Heat will cause water scarcity, just as water can also help with heat. While the first cities to be affected will be in the Global South, cities in Global Northern countries are starting to consistently face the same challenges. How can urban policy actors solve this dilemma? In Catalonia, authorities are innovating water governance during droughts and heatwaves.
From Passion to Profession: Turning Your Interest in Urbanism into a Fulfilling Career
18.09.2024, All Things Urban Team
If you're passionate about cities and urban spaces, you may feel unsure about how to turn that passion into a stable, fulfilling career. Questions like 'Where do I start?' 'What skills do I need?' 'How can I stand out in this competitive field?' can leave you feeling stuck. But with the right guidance, you can gain clarity and direction. Here’s how to transform your passion for urbanism into a thriving career.
How to Find a Job in Urbanism: A Guide for Aspiring Urbanists
12.08.2024, All Things Urban Team
Are you passionate about cities but unsure how to turn that passion into a career? Do you find yourself scrolling through job boards, feeling overwhelmed by the competitive landscape of urbanism? You’re not alone. Many aspiring urbanists face the daunting task of navigating a complex field with no clear roadmap. But don’t worry—whether you're a recent graduate or looking to shift your career, there are strategies to help you stand out and secure a job in urbanism.
Unveiling the Depths: An Exploration of Underground Urbanism with Mahak Agrawal
03.07.2024, All Things Urban Team
At All Things Urban, we thrive on uncovering new niches and exploring unexpected angles that offer fresh perspectives on urban living. Today, we delve into the fascinating world of underground urbanism—a field that is redefining how we design, utilize, and inhabit our cities. In this interview, we speak with Mahak Agrawal, an expert in the field, to gain insights into the significance, challenges, and potential of utilizing underground spaces to create more sustainable and resilient urban environments. Join us as we journey below the surface to discover how underground urbanism is shaping the cities of the future.
Reimagining the Right of Way
17.04.2024, Anya Groner
In Bratislava, empathy and play are not just child's play; they are essential tools in redesigning urban spaces. This story marks the beginning of a compelling series from the Urban95 Academy by LSE Cities and the Van Leer Foundation, which guides city leaders in crafting environments that prioritise the needs of young children and their caregivers. Bratislava’s efforts to create safer, more accessible streets stand as a testament to the transformative power of child-centric urban planning. As we delve into this series, we'll uncover how cities around the globe are innovating to create communities that support the well-being of all their residents, proving that what works for children works for everyone.