6 Sustainability Lessons from the World’s Happiest City
“[T]he role of the city is to make the lives of the people as easy and pleasant as possible,” said former Helsinki mayor, Jan Vapaavuori. For many of the 1.3 million residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area, daily life unfolds like a symphony of Nordic beauty and urban grace. In this city, serenity marries sophistication, as vast green parks […]
4 Stunning Examples of Eco-Friendly Hotels
An estimated market value of USD 1 trillion in 2022 and expected to jump to a whopping USD 8.4 trillion by 2032, millions of travelers are losing interest in resort tourism and favor smaller, eco-friendly establishments.
These 5 Cities Are Implementing Unique Climate Solutions
Even though cities cover only 3 percent of the earth’s surface, they host more than half of its population and produce about three-quarters of global carbon emissions. Here are 5 cities implementing Unique Climate Solutions.
“First, Do No Harm”: How Sustainable Hospitals Can Elevate Public Health
A sustainable hospital is also known as a “green hospital”. The concept grew considerably in the last decades in healthcare to counter the conundrum of public health vs. the environment.
How Drones Can Take Field Service to New Heights
In 2018, the global commercial drone market was worth USD 5.8 billion, with an estimated 275 thousand sales. The market is forecast to grow by over 60 percent in terms of volume from 2019 to 2025.
How Oslo Emerged As the “Capital of Electric Cars”
Cars and vehicles are responsible for almost 15 percent of global CO2 emissions, accelerating climate change, air pollution, and respiratory health problems. To combat this, governments and environmentalists worldwide are searching for solutions. In wealthier nations, a popular approach is electrifying cars, with many looking to Norway as a successful example. The global electric vehicle […]
The Real Danger of AI to Architects: Ally or Competitor?
Artificial Intelligence is a strategic tool, and its development fully affects architects, one of the most important stakeholders in multiple facets of the real estate sector.
How Community Policing Transforms Neighborhoods
As security is increasingly understood as a holistic process, a new philosophy is gaining ground: Community policing. But please, do not picture reckless vigilante-style patrols.
Skeletons of Ambition: 5 Abandoned Construction Projects From Around the World
The five following abandoned construction sites from around the world stand as stark reminders of the challenges that can plague even the most meticulously planned endeavors.
Shopping After Hours: How Smart Access Technology Can Improve The Customer Experience
As the functions of the physical store evolve, so should its spaces, design, and management. And also its accessibility: in a scenario where experiences are just as important as transactions, it is essential to adapt opening hours to the needs of customers.
Architectural Epic Fails: 5 Most Famous Mistakes in Architecture
Just like the rest of us, architects and engineers also blunder. Nevertheless, in many cases, these oversights can linger around for a longer time, sometimes for centuries. A poorly planned and executed construction project can even result in collapses and human tragedy.
