Global Crises, Resilient Responses and Future Cities
The Urban Pivot: resilience in a time of global disruption captures a pivotal moment in the history of our cities. When the COVID-19 pandemic forced a global pause, it did not spell the end of urban life but rather acted...
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The Urban Pivot: resilience in a time of global disruption captures a pivotal moment in the history of our cities. When the COVID-19 pandemic forced a global pause, it did not spell the end of urban life but rather acted as a great accelerator, exposing deep-seated vulnerabilities and forcing a radical rethinking of how we design, manage, and inhabit urban spaces.
This book moves beyond a singular narrative to present a dynamic, global and local conversation. Through candid interviews and firsthand accounts from a diverse range of international and Chinese urban practitioners, it offers a unique comparative lens along with the changes of time. The contributions provide crucial insight into different governance models and reminds us to learn from a broader, global set of urban experiences.
Ultimately, this volume highlights the imperatives for fundamental shiftsfrom equitable access to housing, green space and resilient infrastruct
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