Urbanism
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Now you see it
JCDecaux elevates the unnoticed essentials of urban life, from bus shelters to public toilets. Monocle discovers how its simple concept – providing street furniture for advertising rights – helps cities run in style.
Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina balances Mediterranean charm with fresh ideas from its Nordic diaspora.
Sunny outlook
Each spring, the property industry’s elite decamp to Cannes. Monocle heads to the French Riviera to rub shoulders with the architects, urbanists and developers shaping our cities at this year’s fair.
On the right path
The Atlanta BeltLine, a €2bn regeneration project, is breathing life into the city with a network of pedestrian/cycle paths and parks. Monocle explores the newly connected city, abuzz with social and commercial activity.
Old town
Once populated by gangs, Casco Viejo is now a major draw for its hotels, shops and galleries.
Home truths
The property rush overlooks that homes are made, not just bought. In this issue Monocle finds inspiration in the people who haven’t forgotten how to live.
The big city
Santa Cruz, Bolivia's economic powerhouse, has an independent spirit that clashes with President Evo Morales' socialist government. As the nation's breadbasket and fuel hub, it's a city Morales can't afford to lose.
Govern this
Looking to make a digital healthcare system that works or tackle unemployment in your city? Read on. We meet the world leaders who have got the basics of good governance down.
Europe
The style of Turkey's embattled prime minister, a controversial new development around Belgrade and a Hungarian election watch
New dynasty
Xi’an is best known for its ancient walls and Terracotta Army but it’s becoming a global business hub. Monocle visits its industrial parks, high-speed railway construction and bustling Hi-Tech Development Zone.
