Español | English In a world that is increasingly interconnected, answers to everyday problems not only come from traditional mechanisms, but also come from a growing number of tools and grassroots associations with great transformative potential. Empowered by social media and knowledge-sharing systems, young men and women have become key agents for decision-making in … [Read more...] about Designing Cities for the Youth
The Renaissance of Old Havana
Español | English Strolling through Havana’s historic city center during a recent vacation in Cuba, I was intrigued by the two contrasting worlds that coexist in this place. In the beautifully restored parts of Habana Vieja (Old Havana), tourists and street artists fill cobbled streets, and countless restaurants advertise Caribbean delicacies in bilingual menus. Only a couple … [Read more...] about The Renaissance of Old Havana
Transforming paradise: 2 ways to revitalize Montego Bay
English | Spanish Just like Aruba and The Bahamas, Jamaica is a popular holiday destination in the Caribbean. When we think of these places, we immediately picture white sand, pristine beaches, Caribbean music... Do you remember the world-famous chorus of Kokomo, the 1988 number one hit song by the Beach Boys? (I strongly recommend listening to this song while reading) Aruba, … [Read more...] about Transforming paradise: 2 ways to revitalize Montego Bay
5 benefits of 24-hour cities
English | Español https://vimeo.com/123040925 When we think about the night, the first things that come to mind are bars, restaurants, noise, alcohol, partying. However, the notion of the night has a much broader meaning. For many years, cities like London and Melbourne have studied human behavior during the night in order to design policies that help … [Read more...] about 5 benefits of 24-hour cities
What do We Mean by Sustainable Infrastructure?
Español | English Have you ever seen a building in your hometown that was never finished due to insufficient money? Have you suffered power outages due to hurricanes or flooding? Are there communities in your country fighting against infrastructure developments in their towns? These are only a few examples of the problems that can arise when infrastructure is built … [Read more...] about What do We Mean by Sustainable Infrastructure?