Urban planning
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Living the dream in Monocle’s fantasy city
We’ve gathered 25 ideas from our far-flung travels to entertain as well as to nudge readers, architects, entrepreneurs and developers to delve deeper into what makes their cities tick.
The Opener
Tyler Brûlé ponders the absence of North American cities in this year’s Quality of Life Survey.
Quality time
With cities blooming under spring sunshine, it’s time to assess global urban initiatives as this year’s liveability index is unveiled, highlighting municipal patrons boosting their towns—discover where your city ranks in the results.
Purchasing power: Part 2
Japanese developer Sekisui House transformed Brisbane's West End with independent retailers and abundant green space, creating a thriving mixed-use community that attracts 26,000 daily visitors.
Urbanism
A new design school in South Africa and trainers designed for the London Underground.
All falling into place
Fifty architects and planners from around the world reveal the secret ingredients behind spaces that truly work, from Copenhagen cathedrals to bustling restaurants.
Outsider art
With a world-class sculpture garden and a new community farm, the curatorial team at Minnesota’s Walker Art Center is finding novel ways to connect with the city – and reimagine its future.
Train of thought
The trains soon to be arriving at Vienna’s U-Bahn stations are defined by a consideration of every detail in a passenger’s journey. Quite right too – they’ll be on the rails for decades.
December/January
Monocle meets Iain Macdonald, who believes that the future of energy is small and nuclear.
