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Water covers more than 71% of the Earth's surface, but less than 1% is fresh and suitable for human use. Water is the key to life and a critical element of healthy, vibrant communities. Sources of fresh water, such as rivers, streams, and aquifers, throughout the world are under stress partly due... MORE -
Highly energy-efficient and resilient buildings are crucial to the success of cities. As populations grow and cities become larger and denser, problems related to energy inefficiency are magnified and threaten urban sustainability. Passivhaus is a standard for energy efficient buildings that resu... MORE -
New York City's zoning code was created 100 years ago and quickly became the model for zoning everywhere. But we have lived with zoning for so long, treat it as such a given in the process of shaping our city, that we have lost touch with its purpose and its origins. Is zoning a leftover artifact... MORE -
Large urban centers are now experiencing the consequences of climate change, and are facing colossal social and economic impacts. As buildings that house thousands of people, urban skyscrapers possess a distinct role to play in the face of climate change events. Current design methodologies can b... MORE -
In this era of globalization, societies and cities struggle with the need to modernize and remain competitive against the desire to show deference to historical context. This paper presents a Case Study on Allianz Tower in Istanbul, Turkey as an insight into the challenges and synergies that aris... MORE