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via The Living City, by Jonah Lehrer (full article at SEED Magazine) A group of scientists and economists got together for an unexpected experiment: to study how cities might work like organisms. Indeed, through all their math and measurements, they found cities act just like creatures. Cities apparently act decidedly like elephants, because “they get [...]
Some food for thought via WorldChanging — some of the “Sustainability Trends of the Next Decade”: Welcome: BIKE CULTURE! How: bike lane expansion, bike-friendly city thoroughfares, bikesharing, indoor bicycle parking, access on public transportation. In this scenario, bike-friendly accommodations, fashion, etc. is sure to be in demand. END OF CHEAP OIL: The overbuilt market for [...]
Volkswagon has launched “The Fun Theory” — the thought that something as simple as fun is the easiest way to change people’s behaviour for the better. Above: The Piano Staircase The Piano Staircase is a little experiment that takes place in Stockholm, an attempt to get more people to take the stairs (advice we hear [...]
Design offers an opportunity to promote sustainability not only through materials chosen but also by understanding and creatively catering to the psychology of the audience. In this way, a designer can create a space that is uniquely functional and engaging — a place that is talked about, sought after, and therefore valuable — over a [...]
Sustainable architecture and design is emerging in San Diego, with S.K.I.N. Design Studio setting the bar high with a solid design sense and an innovative approach. With a portfolio featuring a diverse array of sustainable building and interior design projects and models, ranging from solar and geothermal powered residences to evolved hotel and urban residential [...]
One of the most talked about trends in business is sustainability: It balances the 3 E’s: economy, environment, and equity. (Or you can go with the 3 P’s: profit, planet, and people.) It’s often referred to as the “triple bottom line”; instead of just looking at profits, social and environmental factors are considered as well. [...]