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May 28, 2025

The 15-Minute City Ideal: Planning and Designing Hyper-Local, Livable Neighborhoods for the Future

This Smart Planning and Design article explores the 15-Minute City concept. Learn how planning & design create hyper-local, livable neighborhoods with accessible amenities, fostering social cohesion, public health, and sustainability by reducing car reliance.

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May 27, 2025

Repurposing the Concrete Jungle: Planning and Design for the Future of Urban Parking and Shared Mobility

This Smart Planning and Design article explores repurposing urban parking for future mobility. Learn how planning & design transform parking lots into vibrant spaces, integrating shared mobility & preparing for autonomous vehicles, creating livable, sustainable cities.

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May 27, 2025

How Co-Living Spaces Drive Profit in Millennial Housing Trends

This article explores how co-living models drive profit by addressing millennial demand for affordability, community, and tech-enabled flexibility in urban housing

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May 24, 2025

Designing Cities for Seniors and Disabilities: Smart, Inclusive Solutions

This article examines tech-driven urban design strategies to build cities that empower seniors and people with disabilities through inclusivity and innovation.

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May 23, 2025

Beyond the Plug: Designing EV Charging Infrastructure as Urban Placemaking Elements

This Smart Planning and Design article explores transforming EV charging into urban placemaking elements. Learn how thoughtful design, aesthetic integration, and amenities create vibrant, functional, and community-enhancing spaces, elevating electric mobility in smart cities.

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