Urban regeneration - it's still about creating places where people want to be
THE United Nations projected that by 2050 the number of city dwellers will swell to 70 per cent of the global population. As cities come under increasing pressure from influx of people - coupled with rising population growth and demographic changes - the demands of trying to house, transport and supply residents with essential services is stretching cities' resources. Urbanisation has certainly escalated problems such as housing shortages, inequality, unemployment, crime and climate change. Adding to the urbanisation challenges are governments' aspirations to transform their cities to be smart, liveable places.
This common thread has given rise to a growing global trend of urban regeneration. At its core, urban regeneration puts communities at the centre of decision-making when it comes to place-making. The ultimate goal is t…
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