Future Spaces

The public spaces we citizens occupy are fast evolving. We highlight the ideas, innovations and experts that will help shape the future of spatial design through 2030 and beyond.

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Flexibility must sit at the heart of place branding

13 : 08 : 2019 Branding : Architecture : Placemaking

Droga5’s Chris Chapman on why it’s crucial to delve into an area’s past and present, but have a malleable vision for its future.

Flexibility must sit at the heart of place branding

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Battersea Power Station redefines retail placemaking:

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How infrastructure will unlock digital nomadism:

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A new definition of beauty lies in sustainable materials:

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How luxury landmarks are reshaping cities:

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Divergent Design:

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Interspecies Architecture:

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Temporary Urbanism Futures:

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Elastic Architecture:

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Equilibrium Cities:

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The rise of resilience residences:

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