Looking Back at WUF10 – Culture and Innovation?
A critical look at the 10th World Urban Forum in Abu Dhabi in February 2020. Read More …
Tag: urban development
Building Escalators Where They Are Really Necessary
Colombia’s most innovative city, Medellín, has much more to offer than only a cable car system. This article looks at the secret recipe for successful urban innovation. Read More …
#sdg11inmexicocity: The Forgotten East of Mexico City
In order to meet SDG 11, community action is crucial. Mexico City’s NGO ENSAMBLE uses an innovative approach to encourage poor urban communities to come together. Read More …
#sdg11inmexicocity: Turning an Asphalt Plant Into a Park
In the spirit of SDG 11, Mexico City turned a former asphalt plant into the beautiful public space Parque Imán. Read More …
Voices from Guatemala City
In this article, I look at gentrification in Guatemala City, which can be seen in the presence of AirBnB and in the 4 Grados Norte project. At the same time, an urban renewal project in city centre shows what is missing in other projects. Read More …