Tilburg. Movement in time: Corridors as an adaptive framework

The intersection of effects of climate change, urbanism and communal action provides an opportunity for architects and planners to reinforce the complex system of cities by challenging current norms and empowering residents with tools to influence spatial form that they interact with. Going forward solutions that demand a conservative use of...

Designing for Climate Change: Corridors as an adaptive framework

The Urban Fabric is a dynamic organism, constantly growing, breathing and changing. Rapidly<br/>expanding cities and fast paced developments are becoming the norm in our cities today. The ability of architecture and urbanity to be able to adapt to unforeseeable changes is currently one of the most significant issues in the built environment...

Blue Arches: The Pinheiros as a bridge to improve social accessibility, environmental quality and the connection between people and water

Sao Paulo, a megacity of almost 11 million inhabitants in its city center, is facing environmental, societal and infrastructural challenges due to its rate of rapid urbanization. The rivers in the Tiete basin reflect the painful truth of unmanageable urban planning and the unawareness of water as a valuable source. The rivers, once the blood...

Activating the public realm in Zuidplein, Rotterdam

This research and design studio combines infrastructural sub-structure design with urban realm design. Set within the framework of Sustainable Urban Engineering of Territory (SUET), a case for activating the public realm of Zuidplein, Rotterdam is explored in this studio.

Spatial Planning for the Energy Transition: The role of spatial planning in facilitating the energy transition in Dubai

This research and planning project explores the influence of spatial planning in facilitating the process of energy transition within the context of Dubai. Energy use within the built environment is closely related to the organization of urban form and functions. Spatial planning can influence diverse sectors in urban areas including the energy...