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Innovation and technology moves fast whereas governments have to follow those lengthy approval protocols and what not. Upon partnering with private sector technology companies, from the government's perspective, the chances of getting equipped with that technology know-how for a smart city, increases considerably. Involvement of private sector ensures that the technology used, succeeds in resolving the problems that cities face

The idea of a smart city, however, is rooted in planned urban development: the UN estimates more than 50% of the world's population to live in cities by 2050; in this light, it becomes imperative for governments and civic bodies to consider planned communities built using accessible technology, and becoming models for efficient urban administration.

Two years, three cities, 100 words. The BMW Guggenheim Lab in its round up of two years, highlights 100 ideas/terms that cities are grappling with...

Recognised as the most punctual airport in the UK, London City Airport (LCY) has received consent to extend its aviation capacity under a £200m ($310m) expansion programme. The airport submitted a planning application to the London Borough of Newham for the City Airport Development Programme (CADP) to expand its current infrastructure, in September 2013.

Design office, MVRDV once again deploys its research-based and highly collaborative design method to create a public art installation as the landmark to the city of Den Helder in northern Holland. Check out the undulating structure that responds to both, context and history

GPM Architects & Planners are designing the #WestinSpa&Resort by the #ManglamGroup in #Jaipur on the lines of #Balinese #architecture to introduce tropical nuances to the city that predominantly sees a hot semi-arid climate…

Dense cities give rise to high rise structures, where the end user rarely feels the warmth of the sun or gets an uninterrupted view of the sky. In a city like Hongkong, providing a rooftop clubhouse is not just ingenious, but also the need of the hour. Explore this residential clubhouse designed by Concrete Architectural Associates in the heart of Mongkok and tell us what you think..

MVRDV transforms the design of the 1970s city block in Paris making a strong case in point that even the most dramatic transformations can be achieved using sustainable and circular economy approaches.

Didzis Jaunzems Architects follow the theme of a 'miniature city of laboratories' to weave intrigue and excitement for visitors to the Science Centre in Latvia.

Anya Moryoussef Architect inventively reconstructs a 112-year-old delicately proportioned, light-filled home, built on its original foundations, forming part of a vernacular - a turn-of-the-century housing typology that has almost completely disappeared from the city of Toronto.

An architectural exhibition in Mumbai talks about the micro and meta-narratives in the problem-intervention-problem rat-race, to generate and sustain an interest in living-in and loving a city. Check it out here...

Qatar needs to address the issue of sustainability degree and cost-effectiveness along with smart city ambition. Qatar's environmental record has been improving over the past several years, but it is still among the top consumers of productive land and water, states a new report from the World Wildlife Fund. With Its 2030 vision and its baby steps towards advanced infrastructure, the concern still remains of sustainability.

The design of this residential community by Ar. Zaha Hadid is very much unlike her other iconic fluid forms. Is she moving on to a new level of simplification? Check it out here and do leave us your views...

Birmingham's new Street Station gives back to the city via its contextual, iconic form. Check it out and leave us your views…

Studio Lotus redesigns the café at the City Palace Jaipur, imbuing legacy with a contemporary twist, turning it into a trendy, seeped-in-history fine-dine destination. Check it out and tell us what you think of this award-winning approach…

Viviana Muscettola, ZHA's project director explains, "Morpheus combines its optimal arrangement with structural integrity and sculptural form. The design is intriguing as it makes no reference to traditional architectural typologies." Check out the newly opened flagship hotel at the City of Dreams resort, Macau…

How do we evolve a 21st century city - doing it the right way? Asks Ar. James Law as he talks about international design concerns at the India Interiors Summit 2012. Read here and respond... 

How does a contextual thematic interior work in a general modernized design scenario? Take a look at the Mountain & City interiors and leave us your comments...

More industrialized approach becomes mandatory, an approach that will reduce cost and simplify the decision making process for buyers. But as we all would agree, each city skyline is unique in itself, every building comes in with its own kind of combination of uses, systems and opportunities to be energy efficient.

Electronic music buffs get an especially architectured concert hall! Check out concert hall specialists Herault Arnod Architects' design for La Belle électrique in Grenoble city, France