Green CIty Future
Why Urban Parks Matter?
Urban parks have been known as the lungs of cities for years. Although that is true, it is not their only benefit. Urban parks matter to people in various physical, psychological, social, and so on… Urban parks such as Göztepe 60th Year Park by Erus Group’s Erb Landscape, combine the benefits of urban green areas…
GREEN CITIES ARE NOT JUST FOR THE ELITE
Environmentally friendly urban development should benefit all citizens. Green cities have become a key goal of urban development. They are environmentally friendly, provide clean water, protect green space, and offer an enhanced public experience. However, they’re not perfect. In fact, some of the different needs of citizens may have been neglected amid all the attention…
Why modern day lıvıng needs more bıophılıc desıgns
The term biophilia was first used by the pioneering naturalist and biologist Edward Wilson in 1984 when he hypothesised that humans have an “innate tendency to focus on life and lifelike processes.” This tendency that Wilson speaks to, refers to the bond and deep sense of familiarity that humans and nature share. As a biologist,…
Socıal Connectıon Feature of Green Cıtıes: Publıc Amenıtıes
Public amenities, defined as a resource or facility provided for public use by a local government or city council, is a service provided to the public. Social facilities, parks, playgrounds, and community centers are common examples of public amenities. Accessibility and inclusivity are two essential functions of them. These essential functions play a crucial role…
Play-Scape ın Berıngen, Belgıum / Recreatıve Project be-MINE
The team of Carve and Omgeving (design) and Krinkels (contractor) won the international competition to design an adventurous play-scape and landmark on a ‘terril‘ in Beringen, Belgium, in January 2015. The adventure mountain is part of the touristic, recreative project be-MINE, that aims to breathe new life into the monumental coal-mining site in Beringen, the…
Can lıvıng green walls help allevıate the ımpacts of clımate change?
Earlier this year, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released their starkest report on the impacts of climate change, depicting the threats to both civilisations and ecosystems around the world. The report documented that the effects of climate change have already impacted human health, livelihoods, and key infrastructure, particularly in urban settings.…
More Than Ever We Need Our Parks – But Are They Ready for Us?
Years of neglect have put our parks at risk, and it’s costing us dearly After two months of physical distancing and staying at home, Ontarians are excited about the prospect of being able to get back outdoors into our parks, trails, and open spaces. The provincial lockdown has given us a renewed appreciation for the…
Top 10: Sustaınable Cıtıes Around The World
Year after year, the global population increases and technology developments mean that we are changing the way we live our lives and as a result, the sustainability of our planet is in greater danger than ever before. From the release of harmful emissions to extraordinary levels of waste — it’s becoming unbearable. Governments and local…
Fıve Sustaınable Cıtıes Makıng a Dıfference for the Planet
For centuries, cities have been at the heart of the arts and culture, thriving businesses, and innovative ideas. Over ninety percent of urban areas are coastal, which means that most cities on the planet are extremely vulnerable to the effects of the climate crisis as sea levels rise, polar ice melts, and powerful storms sweep across these…
Urban landscape archıtecture ımprovıng cıtıes around the world
Elevated parks are all the rage. Spearheaded by James Corner’s work on New York’s High Line, cities across the globe are currently investing heavily in elevated urban parks that offer top-down views of familiar terrain. While some follow the High Line’s blueprint of repurposing abandoned rail lines, many more are simply planting trees and pathways…