Read my Work
I write articles about impactful and innovative urban stories from all over the world, ranging from green rooftops to community initiatives and much more, and publish them in the Urban Solutions Journal.
I also write reports, policy briefs, blog and news articles, and social media posts for development agencies and international organisations with a focus on sustainable urban development, sustainable construction, architecture, and landscape architecture. Clients include GIZ, Cities Alliance, the European Union, and UNESCO.
If you are looking for engaging, clear and informed writing about urban planning and landscape architecture in the context of climate change and the Sustainable Development Goals, I am the right person for you!
You can find some examples of my writing below.
My Recent Articles
From The Urban Solutions Journal

Vertical Meadows: How Façades Can Cool Cities and Boost Biodiversity
Nature in cities can climb walls, wrap around windows, and even spill from rooftops. Do green façades hold their promises of filtering the air, cooling the city, and improving aesthetics?

Hefei’s Three-Ring Strategy: A Blueprint for Flood-Resilient Urban Growth
Lile Mo on how the Chinese city of Hefei transformed flooding and sprawl into opportunities through strategic zoning and ancient infrastructure.

If A River Could Speak…
How listening to rivers can deepen empathy and turn residents into nature guardians.

Urban Swimming: Reclaiming Our Rivers
Urban swimming is more than a fun dip in summer – it’s a movement to repair our relationship with nature, with our cities, and with each other.

Introducing the Urban Solutions Journalism Academy: Learn to Tell Better Stories About Cities
Cities are full of stories. Let’s learn how to tell them better – together.

Happy City: Promoting Wellbeing in Urban Environments
Together with happiness expert Aliénor Salmon, I explore the recipe for a Happy City.

For Your Calendar: Recommended Urban Planning Conferences 2025-2026
One of the best ways to learn about and share innovative urban solutions is attending conferences. Here’s an overview of my favourites.

London Design Biennale 2025: Designing Without a Designer
What if buildings grew like trees, cities flowed like rivers, and design knowledge came from the crowd? The Design Biennale reframes design solutions.

Summer in the City: Practical Cooling Solutions for Urban Planners
A toolkit for summer resilience: how cities can increase comfort and decrease heat with shade, water, shelter, and smart design.