In traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture works through strategically placed needles that trigger healing throughout the entire body. Urban planner Jaime Lerner's concept around targeted architectural interventions find success in China as well as neighboring countries in Asia, where localities are revitalized through simple interventions. Libraries, specifically, are bringing in social, cultural, and economic transformation to the continent. Necessity drives innovation. Rapid urbanization, limited public funding, and diverse geographic and cultural contexts have forced architects and communities to think beyond traditional library models.
"The new esplanade is a cornerstone of our vision for Halletts Point. This space opens up a stretch of Astoria's shoreline that has been inaccessible for decades, while offering a meaningful, immersive connection to the natural landscape."
Boyd's career as an influential political figure began in 1958 when she became the first African American to work in the county commissioner's office, where she later helped others gain employment.
The residents living near the planned construction sites have faced confusion and fear due to poor communication about timing and logistics concerning their housing situations.
The $200 million redevelopment of the Kingsbridge Armory aims to transform the building into a regional destination with various facilities, including a 17,000-seat event center.
Richards emphasized the need for involvement of local residents and stated that just 2% of residents in the nearby Ravenswood and Queensbridge Houses are employed locally, highlighting a significant opportunity for economic improvement through the transformation of the plant.
Jack Dorsey and a team of collaborators have invested $10 million to fund experimental open source projects that aim to transform the social media landscape.
"We are always better off as a community when those on the ground who understand the unique contours of each neighborhood can directly access new resources for local placemaking and activations."
The City's Economic Development Corporation has proposed a redevelopment plan for Brooklyn's Red Hook waterfront that prioritizes market-rate housing while attempting to stabilize remaining port facilities.
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced 20 winners of the 2025 National Awards, recognizing significant contributions to architecture across the UK.
