Catherine ZipfGentrification in progress.
#gentrification #city #citiscape #urban #urbanism #urbanplanning #urbanphotography #street #streets #streetscape
Urbanism NowThe International Federation of Pedestrians developed an “Adult Walk Audit“ tool to help diverse groups assess pedestrian conditions in public spaces. It combines numerical scoring with lived experience to identify barriers, inform street redesign and improve walkability.
https://ifpedestrians.org/category/tools/
#urbanism #urbanplanning #walkability #walkaudit #pedestriansafety
OTIS is hiring a transportation grants coordinator to coordinate and write cross-departmental state and federal grant applications, aiming to improve transportation systems throughout the city.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kelley-yemen-45883a6_hiring-activity-7445500216499326976-cIdJ/
#urbanism #urbanplanning #transportation #grantwriting #mobility
New York City has established a new Office of Curb Management to modernize street policies and centralize planning for its 6,300 miles of streets, accommodating diverse uses from parking to outdoor dining and waste collection.
https://www.govtech.com/transportation/new-york-city-sets-up-new-office-of-curb-management
#urbanism #urbanplanning #curbmanagement #smartcurbs #nycdot
Gyaros Island of ExileGyaros Island of Exile
#ICRC 01.08.1950 https://benhuser.com/2025/05/25/gyaros-island-of-exile/
#Alumil #Arxellence3 #IdeasCompetition
#culture #heritage #civilwar #museum #walkthrough #screenplay #photography #script #narrative #ThePathIsTheGoal #YiannisRitsos #Ritsos #TheOtherParthenon #Makronissos #Gyaros #Leros #communicatingvessels #research #archeology #architecture #landscapeplanning #urbanplanning #infrastructure #infrastructural #oilrig #reuse #pier #passerelle #pedestrianbridge #tunnel #UNESCO #WWF
AJ SadauskasSharath from Building Beautifully has put up a video about arguably Australia's biggest urban planning success story of the past 40 years.
That's the emergence of Parramatta as one of Australia's great cities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifGwIJo7OWo
And with good reason. There's a lot that Parra has done right.
Instead of just building apartments or office towers, it's built both.
It's built enough new apartments close to public transport to keep house prices level, even as demand has grown.
It has multiple train lines, ferries, and dedicated busways, has added light rail, and is adding a metro.
It has the best public square in the whole Greater Sydney metro area in Parramatta Square.
It has a pedestrianised main street with many restaurants.
And it's cemented itself as the second CBD (central business district) for the Sydney metro area, and the main CBD for Western Sydney.
If you have any interest in urbanism and cities, it's worth visiting on a weekday just to see what it looks like when urban planning works.
#Urbanism #UrbanPlanning #city #cities #Parramatta #NSW #Australia #planning #walking #walkability #transitorienteddevelopment #train #trains #transport #building #architecture #design #government #sydney #policy #politics #auspol #nswpol
That's the emergence of Parramatta as one of Australia's great cities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifGwIJo7OWo
And with good reason. There's a lot that Parra has done right.
Instead of just building apartments or office towers, it's built both.
It's built enough new apartments close to public transport to keep house prices level, even as demand has grown.
It has multiple train lines, ferries, and dedicated busways, has added light rail, and is adding a metro.
It has the best public square in the whole Greater Sydney metro area in Parramatta Square.
It has a pedestrianised main street with many restaurants.
And it's cemented itself as the second CBD (central business district) for the Sydney metro area, and the main CBD for Western Sydney.
If you have any interest in urbanism and cities, it's worth visiting on a weekday just to see what it looks like when urban planning works.
#Urbanism #UrbanPlanning #city #cities #Parramatta #NSW #Australia #planning #walking #walkability #transitorienteddevelopment #train #trains #transport #building #architecture #design #government #sydney #policy #politics #auspol #nswpol
Parramatta's Insane Glowup
Universidad Autónoma de Madrid is hiring a postdoctoral researcher for the PRECAR-EU project, focusing on precarious access to domestic energy in the EU. The full-time position offers a €33k gross annual salary. Apply by April 26.
#urbanism #urbanplanning #energypoverty #postdoc #energypolicy
Welcoming expressions of interest until 26 April for this postdoctoral position at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. This is an excellent opportunity to play a central role in the PRECAR-EU project on… | Sergio Tirado-Herrero
Welcoming expressions of interest until 26 April for this postdoctoral position at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. This is an excellent opportunity to play a central role in the PRECAR-EU project on precarious access to domestic energy in the EU, with scope for fieldwork, high-quality publications, and broader academic career development. Full details here: https://lnkd.in/eAy-FCtJ
Luis NateraI was once in a discussion with policy makers about giving better loan terms based on walkability. Good idea. But they were measuring it as a straight-line radius. Draw a circle, count what's inside.
When I looked at the actual pedestrian network, the story is quite different! Not everything is accessible. Private roads, a highway with no crossing, cul-de-sacs forcing you around the block.
I ran this analysis for four cities using #OSMnx + #OpenStreetMap = 💜
What city would you want to see next?
Next City is seeking applicants for its 2026 Vanguard Chicago conference, an immersive urban leadership event designed to connect and inspire rising urban leaders across various sectors to advance just and equitable cities. Apply by May 14.
https://nextcity.submittable.com/submit/db19828c-d1d1-4e11-9f37-242a8e587de5/2026-vanguard-chicago
#urbanism #urbanplanning #urbanleadership #equitablecities #vanguardchicago
Next City - 2026 Vanguard Chicago
Thank you for your interest in Next City Vanguard, an immersive urban leadership conference taking place September 15-18, 2026, in Chicago. Vanguard is more than just an event—it’s an experiential gathering designed to connect, challenge, and inspire rising urban leaders across sectors, including urban planning, community development, entrepreneurship, government, transportation, sustainability, design, art, and media. Why Apply? The 2026 Vanguard conference will center on the theme “The America That Never Was: In the Pursuit of...”, bringing together leaders committed to advancing just and equitable cities. Over four days, participants will engage in tours, panels, hands-on workshops, and receptions, gaining a deep, firsthand understanding of Chicago's urban challenges and innovations. Vanguard alumni include startup founders, government officials, nonprofit leaders, philanthropic program officers, and executives, all dedicated to equity-driven urban solutions. The experience doesn’t end after the event—alumni stay connected, collaborate, and continue to create impact in cities worldwide. As one past participant shared: "The Vanguard conference is a transformative experience that stands out for its impact and intentionality. The team’s thoughtful approach to curating the right people in each room led to meaningful exchanges, where ideas and solutions were not only shared but are poised to ripple out across the country. This investment extends far beyond the event itself—empowering a network of changemakers and driving tangible results in communities nationwide." Application Details Deadline: Apply by May 14th, the fee is $35. Earlybird Applications will be open from March 2nd - April 7th, the fee is $25. The application requires: A recent résumé and a high-resolution (400x400 or larger) headshot. If selected, your photo will appear in the Vanguard directory and conference materials. By submitting, you consent to its use for Next City communications. See an example profile here: Vanguard Members. Selection & Costs: The conference is free for those selected, but participants are responsible for travel and accommodations. Limited travel stipends are available based on need. Ready to Join the Vanguard Network? Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a powerful community of changemakers and help shape the future of cities. Apply now and take the first step toward a transformative experience. If you have any questions, reach out to Next City Next City at [email protected]. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to Vanguard!
A commuter launched FixHudsonLink.com to track unreliable “no show” Hudson Link buses and empower riders to report missed buses and notify officials, with 17 “ghost buses” logged in less than two weeks, aiming to push for more reliable service.
#urbanism #urbanplanning #ghostbus #publictransit #hudsonlink
