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Urbanism

The sky’s not the limit

While High Line-style projects are popular, we urge city planners to consider more sustainable alternatives. Here, we present 10 'pocket urbanism' ideas for genuinely useful rejuvenation of their patch.

  • The Forecast #5
  • 8 min read
The sky’s not the limit
Design

Places to be

Auckland climbs the world rankings for ease of doing business; in the leafy suburb of Parnell, Victorian cottages, harbourside walks and returning locals reveal why the city's moment has arrived.

  • The Forecast #5
  • 6 min read
Places to be
Travel and restaurants

City break

On the edge of the Yangmingshan national park, the peaceful suburb of Beitou offers a reinvigorated model for living beyond the bustle of urban centres.

  • The Forecast #5
  • 5 min read
City break
Urbanism

Quality streets

This year’s Quality of Life Survey has seen some big changes, with three Japanese cities in the top 10. Discover who's up, who's down and why Copenhagen has won again.

  • Issue #75
  • 17 min read
Quality streets
Travel and restaurants

Better together

From Taipei’s tree-lined streets to London’s quiet squares and Santiago’s sunny spots, we tour three global neighbourhoods that offer an excellent quality of life away from the relentless roar of the city.

  • Issue #75
  • 9 min read
Better together

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