Quality of Life
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Bright lights, small city
Considering a downsize from the metropolis? Our second annual Small Cities Index points you to compact civic spots offering rich culture, varied careers and progressive planning with plenty of room to breathe.
Streets ahead
There’s always room for improvement in our most-treasured urban areas. We spotlight 10 initiatives from around the globe that could help to kick-start a fresh civic renaissance.
Perks of the job
Entrepreneurial leaders must focus on their staff too. Here are our tips for making the nine-to-five a pleasure, from making the commute more attractive to welcoming furry friends into the office.
Remote working
Entrepreneurs are relocating to rural outposts, drawn by community and desirable living spaces. From Upstate New York to Norway, under-the-radar creative hotspots are providing a higher quality of life.
Sunny outlook
How have businesses weathered changes in the way we shop, eat and work? We meet the smart souls who have rebranded and thrived as our world evolves, making a difference to their communities.
Letters from the city
While staying put, we asked our bureau chiefs and editors to reflect on what they most value about their respective cities.
Ilse Crawford on designing homes for cleanliness, comfort and community
Lockdown has been the ultimate test of our living spaces. Interior designer Ilse Crawford tells us how simplicity, cleanliness and community should inform how housing is developed from now on.
On the map
What helps young companies thrive? We profile three clever cities where doing business is a pleasure – and that are bound to flourish as the world gets moving again.
Let’s make it a good one
It's a new year and time for a list. Ours is a rundown of things set to make life better in 2020, from clever new businesses to cultural openings. Here's to a hopeful year.
