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Apr
After the World Urban Forum, Medellín is on the mind of many urbanists. But are the exuberant assessments of the city truly merited? Is it really accurate to talk about the “Medellín miracle”? Read more
All posts in Latin America
In January, a Brazilian flashmob trend made international news. With the controversy quietening, now is a good time to look at one of the most important urban planning topics highlighted during the event: shopping malls as recreational spaces and their function in the city . Read more
17
Mar
It is well known that cities are ripe spaces for public art. By utilizing buildings, parks, and other city features as their canvases, artists are given the advantage of constant visibility and interaction with passersby. But what can public art do for a city that art housed by private institutions can not? Read more
Urban interventions are not legalised and are sometimes considered vandalism. This Big City got the chance to interview Flix - an anonymous Venezuelan street artist, discussing the role of street art in creating more liveable cities. Read more
By providing a transportation alternative to driving, walkable cities can encourage physical activity, improve air quality, and even foster social capital. But how does this connection manifest in Mexico, where many colonial cities have developed as dense centers of walkability for centuries? Read more
A $700 million project is underway in Caracas. Is this a good call? Read more
Urban sprawl has strong impacts on sustainable mobility in cities. However, it is possible, even in resource-poor countries, to implement strategies that link public transport with urban and economic development in order to generate sustainable cities. Read more
It's been nearly four years since Haiti was struck by an earthquake. Reconstruction projects have had mixed success. What went wrong and can the Philippines do it better? Read more