💡 Fresh stories: Unleashing the Power of Play & 12 more
January 10, 2024 Edition
Curated by Konveio
In this week’s newsletter, you’ll uncover new insights on how we can beat the heat with unique planning ideas, how collaboration and respect can help us preserve dwindling parts of our planet, and learn about the power that well-designed public spaces hold.
Don’t hesitate to reach out with recommendations, we’re always looking for your input!
Lauren Sibley
EngagingCities Editor
Featured Story
Unleashing the Power of Play
Cities house a variety of people, in varying stages of life. As cityscapes continue to evolve, the incorporation of play elements into urban design has gained momentum, igniting a revolution that caters to the young and young at heart. The idea behind planning in this new and unique way is to enrich the urban environment for all, transcending age and fostering connections between diverse members of the community. Every park, plaza, and alleyway can be imbued with play, turning the mundane into the extraordinary.
— Shared by Amowi Phillips
Amplifying Progress
EngagingCities shares stories by our network of community builders that collaboratively plan for a brighter, cleaner, and more equitable tomorrow.
Featured stories from the last two weeks:
🔥 Hot Takes
🎤 8 Ways to Beat the Heat in Planning
We are in a constant battle with rising temperatures. This summer has marked some of the highest heat records across the world. In the United States alone, heat advisories cover millions of citizens, especially in the South. Creating ways to combat the growing issue of heat is becoming a priority in many cities. Finding solutions is a critical pursuit in an era where climate change promises even hotter times ahead.
— Shared by Alicia Hartley
🎤 Expand Your Urban Planning Horizons - Dive into these 5 Must-Reads Exploring Diversity and Inclusion.
— Shared by Safaa Charafi
🎤 Revolutionizing City Design - How Participatory Budgeting Puts Power in the Hands of Residents to Shape Their Communities.
— Shared by Fabian Bedne
🎤 Building Smart and Sustainable Cities - With AI, IoT, and Green Infrastructure for Inclusive Development and Global Sustainability is achievable.
— Shared by Laurie Schoeman
📝 Insights
💡 Collaboration and Respect Can Protect Our Planet
Approximately 80% of the remaining global biodiversity thrives on lands nurtured by Indigenous communities. This necessitates ceding the floor to Indigenous leaders who can articulate their territories' significance to governments, partners, media, and funders. The intertwined relationship between Indigenous nationhood and meticulous land stewardship emphasizes that respect for the former ultimately advances conservation efforts, contributing to a harmonious blend of cultural preservation and environmental protection.
— Shared by Rhett Ayers Butler
💡From Blueberries to Buzzing Communities - Discover the Innovative Urban Design Model Transforming a Central Florida Farm.
— Shared by Robert Steuteville
💡 Unlocking the Secret to Taming the Heat - How Urban Planning Can Beat Rising Temperatures.
— Shared by Farzad Hashemi
💡Navigating Construction in a Changing Market - Rowhomes and Suburban Multi-family Thrive, But City Multi-family Rentals Face Challenges.
— Shared by Adam Tecza
🥳 Success Stories
✅ The Hidden Power of Public Spaces
Public spaces, including parks, play a crucial role in enhancing the urban landscape and fostering community engagement. These spaces serve as gathering points and contribute significantly to the vibrancy of urban areas. Key elements in the design of successful public spaces include seating areas, greenery, shade, a sense of enclosure, and proximity to diverse activities in surrounding buildings. The experience garnered from public spaces contributes to a growing repository of knowledge that informs the creation of people-centric places.
— Shared by Mark Nickita
✅ Transform Your City's Transportation - Discover Montreal's Unbelievable and Safe Cycling Network that Will Win Over Any Decision Maker.
— Shared by Tom Flood
✅ Revolutionizing Community Engagement - Konveio Empowers Moorpark, CA's General Plan Update with Interactive Experience.
— Shared by Konveio
✅ Bridging the Urban Divide - Discover the Transformative Green Spaces Revitalizing the Bronx.
— Shared by Nicholas Bloom
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