How do we plan and design places for the collective good? What would our towns and cities look like if we funded public transport for environmental and social goals? And what would be the impact on our communities if we championed design quality?
As part of the Bartlett’s Real World Impact campaign, this animation explores the quality of places, including their transport and infrastructure, as they are the foundations of our cities and regions. Researchers at the Bartlett worked with public transport operators, regional and local governments, to show how planning can improve our urban areas and our quality of life.
By putting citizens, practitioners and community groups at the forefront of planning and place-making, and equipping them with research and resources, we hope to improve lives around the world.
Credits
Art direction & illustration: Boyle & Perks
Copywriting: George Bull, Eggcorn
Animation: Plastic Horse
Voiceover: Poppy Chancellor
The case study featured in this animation is from The Bartlett School of Planning.
Related programmes at the Bartlett
UCL’s Urban Design and City Planning MSc equips you with a multidisciplinary skill set crucial for careers in urban design, city planning, and related fields. You will learn to use urban design as a creative planning tool, understanding the interplay between urban design and city planning. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, you will be well-prepared for roles in urban planning and design, with opportunities in public authorities, government agencies, urban design practices, consultancy firms, and international organisations focused on sustainable urban development.
The Transport and City Planning MSc blends cross-disciplinary insights on transport and urban planning. You'll engage with global debates and innovative strategies, addressing the transition to sustainable urban mobility, seeking to understand how transport can support the sustainable city. Engaging with sustainable mobility trends, theories and international case studies, you'll develop a comprehensive skill set preparing for a dynamic career in transport and urban planning.
Why not travel the world of sustainable mobility from home? Join the next runs of The Bartlett School of Planning's free MOOC on Transforming Urban Mobility, developed by the Bartlett School of Planning and GIZ/TUMI
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