Urbanism
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Upwardly mobile
Don’t rule out lesser-celebrated cities for your business. Though the capital of Piedmont might have lain in Milan's shadow, it is now proving to be a bright spot for entrepreneurs.
Sunny outlook
US entrepreneurs might be spoilt for choice but established hubs like New York can’t compete with Miami. Start-ups reign in its warm embrace, with artists, designers and big-name brands also moving in.
Industrial revolution
A new era is dawning for a former industrial neighbourhood in Brussels. The canalside Tour & Taxis area is now buzzing with energy as warehouses are redeveloped into cultural, residential and commercial spaces.
Put down a marker
A commitment to independent shops and cafés has transformed Seoul’s Seongsu district into a unique retail hub. We survey the best places to do business, from Helsinki to Baja California Sur.
Concrete jungles
As urbanites the world over seek to nurture a little nature in their cities, we travel to Singapore, Copenhagen and Beirut to visit three projects with rewilding at their heart.
Order of merit?
From Zürich's pricey bin bags to Japan's anti-splash driving laws, these municipal regulations prove that thoughtful governance can nudge citizens toward better behaviour without heavy-handed enforcement.
What Melbourne’s High Street can teach cities about reviving the local shopping strip
The residents of a Melbourne suburb have helped this high street to thrive. Your city should do the same.
Rapid succession
With its versatile new electric Motorrad scooter, BMW might just have heralded the next big thing in city runarounds.
Lighten your load
An e-bicycle that successfully combines good looks and a smooth ride with the strength to handle ample cargo, Benno Bikes’ Remidemi model is the wheel deal.
Flexible friends
Bendy new trams are zipping through Zürich and helping the city to stay on track for a cleaner future.
