Through research and action, we identify urban planning policies that support more affordable living when it comes to housing, transportation and food. Current projects include Re-imagine Catwalks, Manchester, Food and the Municipal Development Plan, and the Marlborough Public Space Activation.

By Deepak Dayal. There is much to be done to understand the causal relationships between urban development and mental illness, but urban planning is an important tool and could buffer the effects of poor mental health.

Anchored by the art installation titled “While We Wait" by Blank Page Studio, Destination Marlborough is rooted in design schemes chosen by the community.

How can existing pathways improve pedestrian networks? Enter Catwalks. Found in 134 communities in YYC, these often neglected spaces connect people to parks, schools and transit.

Co-design with the future in mind. How can Manchester meet the needs of local residents and businesses while aiming for a zero-waste, net-zero-energy circular economy?