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Tall buildings and tower blocks aren’t a blight. It’s time to rethink London’s fear of heights
As the UK capital grapples with a housing shortage, it might be time to think bigger. Could elegant, well-designed high-rises offer a fresh perspective on urban life?
Could this new purpose-built neighbourhood in London restore faith in the future of the high street?
Southwest London’s New Acres neighbourhood is putting local shops at the heart of community, reminding us that backing independents isn’t just about economics but also pride, character and place.
Is Singapore building the next Silicon Valley?
The new Punggol Digital District hopes to power the island's transition into a smart hub for cutting-edge technology.
Landscape architecture is broken – this is how to fix our parks and gardens
Californian landscape architecture firm Terremoto is, as its name suggests, shaking things up. Here’s how it finds success by staying close to home – and to its principles.
New York isn’t blinking in its congestion-price standoff with Trump
There have been many calls for resistance against president Donald Trump since he returned to the White House in January – but surprisingly little action. New York, however, appears to be stepping up and…
The hidden waterworks beneath Rome’s world-famous fountain
Beneath the storied streets of the Italian capital is an equally historic aqueduct. Last stop: Trevi Fountain.
Interview: Sadiq Khan on designing the London of the future – from the Bakerloo line to beavers
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan speaks with Monocle about housing, transport, the Green Belt, and why now is an important moment for the city.
All puffed out: Milan’s new smoking laws cause a stir
New regulations in Italy’s most stylish city prevent smoking in public – but rules are made to be broken.
