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Shaping Skylines: The Evolution of Global City Design and The Secret Role of Casinos
Global city design has come a long way from the simple mud-brick dwellings of our ancestors. Over centuries, urban planning has evolved to mirror socio-economic realities, technological advancements, and changing aesthetic tastes. Not to mention, the unspoken yet undeniable influence of one of society’s oldest forms of entertainment – the casino. Historical Overview: Cities of…
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Best Ways Urban Design Impacts Public Health and Well-Being
Urban planning and public health have always had close ties. John Snow, one of the foremost public health pioneers of his time, used geographical analysis to detect a cholera outbreak in London in 1854; thus proving how community design impacts human wellbeing directly. Current urban models favour personal motor vehicle mobility over walking and cycling…
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Creating Places for All: Bridging the knowledge and skills gap
“Cities are expected to be home to an increasing percentage of the global population and so our cities should be designed to include a diverse cross section of society, safely and comfortably. Good design can and does impact human behaviour for the better and fosters sociability, and opportunities for interaction and positive connections.” As global…
