That idea became the seed for Wurman's 19.20.21 project, and the goal of the new Urban Observatory is to extend this type of comparative analysis to lots more cities.

In our increasingly urban world, many of us know the paradox all too well: being surrounded by millions of people yet feeling utterly alone. This disconnection isn't just uncomfortable—it's ...

A growing body of work is showing that family life in rural areas is increasingly becoming more similar to family life in urban areas. 4,7,8 According to a Pew Report (2018), marriage rates in ...

We invite ideas for urban designs, planning approaches, and concrete interventions that could be implemented in real-life situations. Successful designs will be exhibited to inform and inspire ...