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How Toronto is leading the way in the sustainable regeneration of industrial waterfronts
The Canadian city is offering the world a lot to learn from as it ‘renaturalises’ a harbour once used to accomodate an industrial port district.
How Lisbon City Hall is protecting historic businesses across the city
The Portuguese capital is working to preserve and promote traditional retailers through Lojas com História, a municipal programme aimed at protection of cultural identity and urban regeneration.
It’s time to raise soft boys and tough girls: Here’s how Iceland breaks down gender stereotypes
The Nordic island nation’s radical education method is challenging gender-driven societal norms. But could it work outside the country?
Umekita Park – Osaka’s newest development proving greenery has a place and purpose in urban environments
Osaka isn’t known for generous green spaces but its latest multiuse development is an exception. Monocle visits the expansive station-connected park.
Monocle’s cosy manifesto: 15 Nordic-inspired tips to beat the chill this winter
A sense of homeliness is key to enjoying the colder months. Here are 15 ideas to help you keep cosy this season.
How Europe’s airports must prepare for an increasingly drone-prone 2026
As the presence of drones in airspace become increasingly disruptive to air traffic, it’s time that the West finds better solutions to defend its skies against incursions.
What Osaka’s 2025 Expo taught the world about temporary and sustainable greenery
Temporary plant displays are a go-to way to decorate trade fairs but organisers often fail putting thought into them. Ryokukou Garden is challenging the way that we think about short-term greenery.
