By Ivy Wong Urban slums, especially those in developing nations, haven always been a problem that planners have struggled to address and remediate. The slums of Nairobi are no different. Nairobi is a relatively new city, only established around a … Continue reading →

By Marina Santos Slums are part of the physical, economic, and social landscapes of many cities. Planners, architects, and governments have created plans and programs, through redevelopment, renewal, and clearance, to address the issues of slum settlements.  In Calcutta, during … Continue reading →

By Da Eun Lee Home to one of the largest slums in Asia, Karachi has had several issues with housing, stemming from the rapid population growth that characterizes the city. The city had around 0.5 million residents in 1947, before … Continue reading →

By Marina Santos Part I: Self-Help Housing in Calcutta In Calcutta, the term “slum” can refer to both bastis (or bustees) and squatter settlements. Bastis are characterized by huts made of brick, earth, and sticks– usually with tiled roofs. Basti slums … Continue reading →

By Jamel Marquel Simmons, Jr. Park-and-Rides, or facilities that allow motorists to park their cars early in their travels and continue to their destinations via bus or rail, are a very promising solution to the traffic congestion and parking issues … Continue reading →