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Seismic Safety: Architectural Innovations in Earthquake Zones

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Earthquakes are among the most unpredictable and devastating natural phenomena, testing the resilience of the built environment and the ingenuity of architects and engineers. As urban populations grow and climate change exacerbates natural disasters, the need for buildings that prioritize safety and durability has never been more urgent.

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Century-Long Lives: The Architecture of Longevity

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The implications for the built environment and its architects are fascinating. Streets become impassable, homes unsafe and public spaces unwelcoming as urban environments prioritize speed and efficiency over accessibility and inclusion. Streets and outdoor spaces must prioritize safety and usability for people of all ages.

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Dubai to be transformed into pedestrian-friendly city with two-kilometre elevated walkway

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Aiming to transform Dubai into a pedestrian-friendly city by 2040, the masterplan will include a network of continuous paths designed to prioritise accessibility, safety and comfortable walking experiences. Dubai is a city of the future, committed to creating a healthy and happy urban environment," said Al Maktoum.

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Wooden World: How Helsinki Became a Leader in Architecture’s Timber Revolution

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It is a city of striking contrasts and this unique blend of characteristics has created an environment where the architecture industry thrives, influenced by a political landscape that prioritizes sustainability, innovation and well-being. This further reduces transportation emissions and enhances ecological benefits.

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AIR SQUARE by KOGAA

Archinect

AIR SQUARE is a transportable venue that activates underused urban spaces by bringing them purpose and a vibrant public life. It responds to the need to alleviate climate change issues by tackling overexposed heat islands and lack of green and livable public spaces. At night it provides illumination to dark and less safe urban corners.

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"Design can do more to reduce the built environment's capacity for enabling misogyny"

Deezen

Surely those charged with planning and designing can do more to reduce the built environment's capacity for enabling misogyny? By making improvements to public transport, lighting and sanitation in urban spaces, inroads could be made towards making places safer for women and girls, thereby enhancing their physical and social mobility.

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15 Years of NYC’s High Line: A Closer Look at Its Impact on Urban Design

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Agri-tecture: Embracing Nature in the Urban Environment High Line by Field Operations and Diller Scofidio + Renfro , New York City, New York The first phase of the High Line, stretching from the Meatpacking District to West 20th Street (a lively area with cobblestone streets and boutique shops), brought a unique vision to life.

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