Localhood
China Bans Supertall Skyscrapers and Copycat Architecture
Globalised architecture has resulted in generic urban environments. A new set of policies has brought an end to the skyscraper race between Chinese cities and will foster the construction of buildings that highlight local cultures.
The Latest Trend in Co-Living: Multiple Generations Under One Roof
The Block in Helsinki, Finland offers multigenerational shared living with communal spaces for all hobbies and activities.
Podcasts Are the New Travel Guides
Hidden Trax creates a new tourist experience of Edinburgh with a series of podcasts created by locals about hidden gems in the city.
This Dining Experience Is a Creative Take on Social Distancing
The restaurant at Amsterdam art institute Mediamatic has taken the current COVID-19 restrictions as inspiration for a new dining concept called Serres Séparées, allowing guests to enjoy a full-course dinner in greenhouses along the waterfront.
Museum Becomes a Study Hall for Belgian Students
Due to COVID-19, urban spaces in cities across the world have been instantly repurposed to serve the needs of citizens. Bruges' Belfort Museum opened its doors to students needing study spaces.
Stay Safe and Sanitise Your Hands for Free All Over Paris
A partnership between the municipality of Paris and JCDecaux is bringing free hand sanitiser dispensers to bus stations and public bathrooms around the city as its lockdown comes to an end.
Red Bull Brightens up Community Spaces in Ho Chi Minh City
Red Bull reimagines billboards as stadium lights to illuminate community spaces in Ho Chi Minh City's suburbs.
Three Ways to Socialise in Parks With Safe Distancing
As a post-lockdown world edges into view, several cities have developed creative ways to allow people to socialise in parks while ensuring safe distancing. We've listed a few.
Urban Farming in Singapore Is Reaching New Heights
At the newly renovated Funan Mall in the centre of Singapore, you can visit an urban rooftop farm that is part of the city's efforts in addressing its food insecurity issues.
Traditional Market in Indonesia Now Runs With Social Distancing
A traditional market located in Salatiga, Indonesia has reopened with new social and physical distancing measures in place, during a time of increased criticism for wet markets.
With Kin, Even Families Are Turning to Co-Living
Kin is the co-living solution for urban families complete with community events, shared family-centric spaces and even child-minding services.
Airbnb’s Cultural Heritage Campaign Highlights Potential of Domestic Tourism
The Airbnb Lost & Found campaign reconnects China's younger generation with lost cultural traditions.
