By Doris Byeon Part I: Songdo I: Why is the ideal city failing? The development of Songdo became more than just a decentralization of housing; instead, the project reflected the government’s aim for a highly modern, green, and sustainable city. In … Continue reading →

By Doris Byeon Songdo International City The South Korean government envisioned South Korea as a Northeast Asia business hub of knowledge and service-oriented economy with high technology. The Korean Ministry of Finance and Economy, in 2002, published a document to … Continue reading →

By Malia Teske Amsterdam is a global city and a top European financial center that has gained a reputation for its commitment to sustainability. In the Netherlands, sustainable development considerations have long been integrated into urban planning and new building … Continue reading →