Tag: Urban Design
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Wayfinding Signs in Singapore: The Advocate Who Makes Them
Introduction: A Quiet Revolution in Public Wayfinding In the bustling transit corridors of Singapore, a quiet crusade is underway. The city-state’s intricate network of trains, buses, and pedestrian paths often hums like a well-oiled machine. Yet for some commuters, especially visitors and new residents, wayfinding remains a hurdle. Enter a dedicated transport advocate who doesn’t…
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You got permission? The transport advocate who puts up his own wayfinding signs in Singapore
On the Streets of Singapore, a Quiet Signmaker In Singapore’s bustling transit landscape, a quiet, persistent figure has earned attention not for political activism but for practical, hands-on fixes. Mr. Vareck Ng, a transport advocate with a penchant for clarity, has taken to the streets to improve wayfinding in a dense, fast-moving city. His method…
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Low-Density Suburbs: A Hidden Driver of Obesity and Inequality, New Research Finds
Overview: What the study reveals about low-density suburbs A new research wave is drawing attention to how the design of our neighborhoods might contribute to widening health and economic gaps. The study links low-density, car-oriented suburbs with higher obesity rates and more pronounced social inequality. Researchers argue that when residential areas sprawl with few sidewalks,…
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The Night Stolen by the City: How Urban Light Shapes Nights
Introduction: The Night Stolen by the City For millennia, night was a pause—an intentional dark that offered rest, reflection, and a natural rhythm. Today, urban light pollution has chipped away at that cadence, turning the night into a perpetual glow. The Night Stolen by the City isn’t a tale of romance, but a real-world shift…
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George Street Plaza & Community Building / Adjaye Associates
Overview: A Signature Public Space by Adjaye Associates George Street Plaza and Community Building, designed by Adjaye Associates, marks a notable addition to the urban fabric in 2023. Covering a floor area of about 1,200 square meters, the project serves as a multipurpose civic space that threads together public gathering, cultural programming, and everyday civic…
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George Street Plaza & Community Building by Adjaye Associates: A Model for Urban Public Space
Overview: A Modern Public Space Emerges on George Street In 2023, Adjaye Associates delivered a significant addition to the urban fabric with the George Street Plaza & Community Building. Designed as a versatile public arena, the 1200 m² project merges a plaza with a community center to serve as a hub for civic life. The…
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George Street Plaza & Community Building by Adjaye Associates: A modern hub for urban life
Overview The George Street Plaza & Community Building is a notable addition to the urban fabric, designed by Adjaye Associates and completed in 2023. Covering a 1200 m² footprint, the project combines a public square with a flexible community program housed in a thoughtful architectural envelope. The work is credited to a team led by…
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Making Melbourne’s Streets Lovelier for Older Melbournians: Citizen Scientists Lead the Way
Introduction: A Local Movement for Older Melbournians In Melbourne, a determined group of citizens aged 65 and over has taken to the streets to assess how friendly our neighbourhoods are for aging residents. This initiative blends lived experience with structured observation, creating a practical map of what works well and what needs changing. The goal…
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Residents in Bukit Merah Push Back Against Anewly Painted HDB: From ‘furnace’ to ‘red-light district’
Outcry over a fresh coat of paint Residents of Jalan Bukit Merah are voicing concerns about a recent repaint of their HDB blocks. What began as a routine upgrade has become a flashpoint for opinions about urban aesthetics, community identity, and the role of color in shared spaces. Local chatter quickly moved from chatter about…
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Residents Push Back Over Jalan Bukit Merah HDB Block Colour: From Furnaces to “Red Light District”
Rising Discontent as HDB Blocks Receive a New Coat In recent weeks, parts of Jalan Bukit Merah have undergone a repainting exercise for several HDB blocks. What began as a routine upgrade for many residents has spiraled into a heated debate about taste, community identity, and the broader impact of colour on daily living. A…