A fresh model for urban conferences: the Ideas City initiative
An experimental event hosted by the New Museum in Manhattan expands into a global series of interdisciplinary festivals, suggesting art and culture drive urban innovation.
An experimental event hosted by the New Museum in Manhattan expands into a global series of interdisciplinary festivals, suggesting art and culture drive urban innovation.
BERLIN -- A BMW-Guggenheim research lab for urban living has been run out of the city's Kreuzberg district following supposed threats of violence. But many district locals say it's not necessarily clear what all the fuss is about.
How much living space does a person need to live comfortably? The One-Sqm-House asks us to re-imagine what's possible, even with so little.
Is a brightly-lit city a beacon for prosperity? In the 21st century, more intelligent ways to use light may be the hallmark of the cutting edge. Ian Cheney explores in "The City Dark."
SmartPlanet's Week in Innovation: injectable implants, urban acupuncture, superbug drugs and more in a news roundup from our friends at SmartPlanet.
A new compilation of trendy terms, put together by the BMW Guggenheim Lab, offers a snapshot of city-related concepts and movements that are shaping urban life.
What are the most important advances and discussion points that are changing our cities?
Thursday night's discussion with Benoit Jacob and Margaret Newman focused on urban mobility and the role of design in creating sustainable transit systems.
Taiwanese designer comes up with new concept targeting non-riders
From August 3 to October 11, the first incarnation of the movable BMW Guggenheim Lab is open to the public in New York. With the help of architects, scientists, activists, and designers, the Lab's organizers hope to encourage everyday citizens to identify ways to improve city life around the globe.