#urban-living
#urban-living

Environment

Smartwatches are helping this Indian city survive deadly heat

1 day ago

Silicon Valley real estate

My '80s Condo Is an Unexpected Sanctuary from the Arizona Heat - These Are the 4 Standout Features

2 days ago

Portland food

Oregon's Heat Waves Are More Dangerous than Ever - And That's Deadly for Renters Like Me

fromFast Company

Environment

Smartwatches are helping this Indian city survive deadly heat

1 day ago

Silicon Valley real estate

My '80s Condo Is an Unexpected Sanctuary from the Arizona Heat - These Are the 4 Standout Features

more#climate-change

fromwww.housingwire.com

2 days ago

Where does the housing market stand 5 years after the flight to the suburbs'?

Migration patterns have evolved post-pandemic as people reassess community needs beyond suburban living.

#sustainable-design

Renovation

How to Design Residential Urban Terraces: Strategies for Living Well in High Places

Renovation

Renovation of Sofia's apartment / Pedro Ignacio Yanez + Carolina Recondo

3 days ago

Startup companies

10 Best Tiny Homes Of May 2025: Petite Residences For Urban Dweller That Prove Less Is More - Yanko Design

Renovation

How to Design Residential Urban Terraces: Strategies for Living Well in High Places

Renovation

Renovation of Sofia's apartment / Pedro Ignacio Yanez + Carolina Recondo

3 days ago

Startup companies

10 Best Tiny Homes Of May 2025: Petite Residences For Urban Dweller That Prove Less Is More - Yanko Design

more#sustainable-design

Studyroom#1 / toolbox

TOOLBOX's renovation emphasizes sustainable transformation by preserving existing structures and enhancing spaces without complete demolition.

fromReal Simple

REAL SIMPLE Home 2024

The REAL SIMPLE Home 2024 exemplifies a modern renovation that honors its historical roots while providing fresh design ideas.

fromBrownstoner

The Insider: Reno Makes Aging in Place Stylish and Social

The Brownstone Boys transform neglected homes into accessible and artistic spaces for modern living.

fromArchitectural Digest

7 years ago

Remodel

53 Small Bathroom Ideas to Make Your Bathroom Feel Bigger

Renovation

Cite Griset Apartment / Mesnil Architectures

Renovation

Townhouse Extension / LAC Architecture

Studyroom#1 / toolbox

TOOLBOX's renovation emphasizes sustainable transformation by preserving existing structures and enhancing spaces without complete demolition.

fromReal Simple

REAL SIMPLE Home 2024

The REAL SIMPLE Home 2024 exemplifies a modern renovation that honors its historical roots while providing fresh design ideas.

fromBrownstoner

The Insider: Reno Makes Aging in Place Stylish and Social

The Brownstone Boys transform neglected homes into accessible and artistic spaces for modern living.

fromArchitectural Digest

7 years ago

Remodel

53 Small Bathroom Ideas to Make Your Bathroom Feel Bigger

Renovation

Cite Griset Apartment / Mesnil Architectures

Renovation

Townhouse Extension / LAC Architecture

12 major cities with increasingly affordable apartments as rent threatens to re-accelerate

Rent growth is accelerating despite slight monthly fluctuations, indicating strong demand in the rental market.

Mission District

fromwww.nytimes.com

$4.5 Million Homes in California

The house has undergone significant renovations while retaining original features, making it appealing in a vibrant neighborhood.

Boston real estate

This is the story of the $750,000 Beacon Hill parking spot

Exclusive parking in Beacon Hill comes with a significant price tag, reflecting high demand and the impacts of increasing housing costs.

NYC apartments are famously cramped - but now they're getting bigger, study shows

The average US apartment size has decreased by 22 square feet over the past decade, reflecting shifting housing trends.

Seven-foot wide house near London's Kensington Palace put on market for 1.25m

The Independent commits to providing accessible journalism without paywalls.

from24/7 Wall St.

The Top 20 Cities Where Rent Has Increased the Most This Year

Rents in US cities have skyrocketed over one-third in 2025, signaling potential housing crises.

fromBusiness Insider

12 major cities with increasingly affordable apartments as rent threatens to re-accelerate

Rent growth is accelerating despite slight monthly fluctuations, indicating strong demand in the rental market.

Mission District

fromwww.nytimes.com

$4.5 Million Homes in California

The house has undergone significant renovations while retaining original features, making it appealing in a vibrant neighborhood.

Boston real estate

This is the story of the $750,000 Beacon Hill parking spot

Exclusive parking in Beacon Hill comes with a significant price tag, reflecting high demand and the impacts of increasing housing costs.

NYC apartments are famously cramped - but now they're getting bigger, study shows

The average US apartment size has decreased by 22 square feet over the past decade, reflecting shifting housing trends.

Seven-foot wide house near London's Kensington Palace put on market for 1.25m

The Independent commits to providing accessible journalism without paywalls.

from24/7 Wall St.

The Top 20 Cities Where Rent Has Increased the Most This Year

Rents in US cities have skyrocketed over one-third in 2025, signaling potential housing crises.

more#real-estate

The $25 Gem That Leaves My Floors Shinier Than Ever (I'll Never Buy Single Mop Pads Again!)

The Bona Spray Mop Air is ultralightweight and slim, designed for quick cleaning in small spaces, and uses a washable microfiber cloth for eco-friendly maintenance.

NYC startup

10 Must-Have Design Kitchen Essentials For Modern Apartment Chefs - Yanko Design

A modern kitchen reflects your approach to living well; every tool should be purposeful, making common tasks enjoyable and efficient.

Everyday cooking

This City Was Just Ranked the Happiest in the United States

New York City is named the happiest city in the United States based on the 2025 Happy City Index.

NYC real estate

Reasons I Haven't Left New York Yet

NYC parents

R. Kikuo Johnson's "Upstairs, Downstairs"

NYC food

This list of best NYC neighborhoods is unbelievably stupid

New Yorkers face a glaring shortage of affordable housing and questionable neighborhood rankings that overlook safety and livability.

NYC real estate

How Much Apartment Can You Afford in New York vs. Los Angeles

New York City and Los Angeles exhibit contrasting lifestyles and climates, yet both share high living costs and cultural vibrancy.

New York City

fromAFAR Media

This City Was Just Ranked the Happiest in the United States

New York City is named the happiest city in the United States based on the 2025 Happy City Index.

Reasons I Haven't Left New York Yet

The author explores the unique lifestyle that makes New York City irreplaceable, despite changes and challenges over time.

NYC parents

R. Kikuo Johnson's "Upstairs, Downstairs"

Urban living in New York offers car-free convenience, but parenting can complicate mobility, as highlighted by R. Kikuo Johnson's experience.

R. Kikuo Johnson reflects on the challenges of navigating city life as a parent in Brooklyn.

NYC food

This list of best NYC neighborhoods is unbelievably stupid

NYC real estate

How Much Apartment Can You Afford in New York vs. Los Angeles

House bo / driearchitecten

The project harmonizes historical preservation with modern architectural innovation, enhancing urban living while maintaining a connection to its historical roots.

Renovation

Westminster Residence / Batay-Csorba Architects

Renovation

19 Waterloo Street House / SJB

fromCurbed

Brooklyn

A Fashion Executive's Secret Garden in Crown Heights

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

Design

Little Birch House / buck&simple

Renovation

alexandre bernier architecte designs concrete residence within a garden in montreal

House bo / driearchitecten

The project harmonizes historical preservation with modern architectural innovation, enhancing urban living while maintaining a connection to its historical roots.

Renovation

Westminster Residence / Batay-Csorba Architects

Renovation

19 Waterloo Street House / SJB

fromCurbed

Brooklyn

A Fashion Executive's Secret Garden in Crown Heights

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

Design

Little Birch House / buck&simple

Renovation

alexandre bernier architecte designs concrete residence within a garden in montreal

more#architecture

#design-innovation

UX design

10 Best Japanese-Inspired Designs That Are Redefining Modern Architecture - Yanko Design

Gadgets

Solar panels bring sustainable energy and parasol aesthetics to balconies - Yanko Design

UX design

10 Best Japanese-Inspired Designs That Are Redefining Modern Architecture - Yanko Design

Gadgets

Solar panels bring sustainable energy and parasol aesthetics to balconies - Yanko Design

more#design-innovation

#community-issues

fromMission Local

Mission District

Day 63 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Those displaced haven't moved far

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London food

London restaurant may close earlier after noise complaints about 'chef chopping' and 'washing dishes'

fromMission Local

Mission District

Day 63 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Those displaced haven't moved far

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London food

London restaurant may close earlier after noise complaints about 'chef chopping' and 'washing dishes'

more#community-issues

#noise-pollution

Renovation

Looking for a quiet heat pump? The 10 quietest models in 2025 have been revealed

fromMedium

Alternative transportation

Why the car horn is the most annoying UX failure on the road

Roam Research

The Torment of a Neighbor's Noise in "Beeps"

Renovation

Looking for a quiet heat pump? The 10 quietest models in 2025 have been revealed

fromMedium

Alternative transportation

Why the car horn is the most annoying UX failure on the road

Roam Research

The Torment of a Neighbor's Noise in "Beeps"

PREMIUM'The Daily Buddhist' makes Buddhism accessible to Brooklynites

The Daily Buddhist offers 366 teachings to integrate mindfulness into the busy lives of city dwellers.

Brooklyn

PREMIUM'The Daily Buddhist' makes Buddhism accessible to Brooklynites

Brooklyn

PREMIUM'The Daily Buddhist' makes Buddhism accessible to Brooklynites

Brooklyn

PREMIUM'The Daily Buddhist' makes Buddhism accessible to Brooklynites

The Daily Buddhist offers 366 teachings to integrate mindfulness into the busy lives of city dwellers.

Brooklyn

PREMIUM'The Daily Buddhist' makes Buddhism accessible to Brooklynites

Brooklyn

PREMIUM'The Daily Buddhist' makes Buddhism accessible to Brooklynites

I'm a food stylist married to a Wall Street guy. We host a weekly dinner and still spend under $100 a week on groceries in New York City.

Creative cooking and financial savvy help keep grocery expenses under $100 weekly, serving two people plus guests.

Fashion & style

fromWho What Wear

I Just Built My 2025 Summer-in-the-City Capsule Wardrobe With These 9 Chic Pieces

A capsule wardrobe with fewer pieces allows for effortless summer dressing while prioritizing comfort and style.

How COVID-19 changed Boston

COVID-19 has permanently altered life in Boston, impacting health, work culture, and urban living.

fromThe Dispatch

Remote teams

Remote Work Can Be Good for Families, Cities, and Even the Planet

NYC real estate

Where Americans can find the largest or coziest apartments

fromMiami Herald

NYC real estate

Where Americans can find the largest or coziest apartments

Boston food

fromAxios

How COVID-19 changed Boston

COVID-19 has permanently altered life in Boston, impacting health, work culture, and urban living.

Remote teams

fromThe Dispatch

Remote Work Can Be Good for Families, Cities, and Even the Planet

Working from home facilitates balancing work and family responsibilities.

Where Americans can find the largest or coziest apartments

Larger apartments are trending in 2024 due to remote work and suburban living.

Tallahassee and Gainesville, Florida, have the largest apartments in the U.S.

fromMiami Herald

NYC real estate

Where Americans can find the largest or coziest apartments

more#remote-work

This Sustainable Home & Office Model Sets A New Standard For Eco-Friendly Urban Living In Vietnam - Yanko Design

G.ao House exemplifies sustainable architecture that merges practical living with environmental responsibility.

The design integrates gardens and efficient energy systems, making it a model for future compact urban projects.

fromInsideHook

Young Men Are Looking For "Manly Cities" to Live In

In a study from 2012, America's manliest cities were ranked based on various masculating and emasculating factors, reflecting the elements deemed manly by society.

NYC LGBT

Judge throws out case from couple who sued over carpark beep next to city centre flat

The couple's compensation claim was dismissed by Judge Melissa Clarke, who stated that they should have anticipated noise due to their flat's location in a busy area.

UK news

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

4 weeks ago

Amazon Is Selling a Cute Outdoor Bench with a Hidden Table for $140

As creator Chelsea Hope put it in her video, "Was looking for a bench, ended up with a bench + table."

Dining

4 weeks ago

Artificial grass cleaning services are growing in London: Here's why - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Artificial grass is increasingly popular in London for its low maintenance benefits, yet it requires regular cleaning to maintain hygiene and appearance.

London startup

#sustainability

New York City

These are the happiest cities in the world in 2025 - and NYC didn't do as bad as we'd expect

fromEngadget

Everyday cooking

The best way to compost your food scraps

New York City

These are the happiest cities in the world in 2025 - and NYC didn't do as bad as we'd expect

fromEngadget

Everyday cooking

The best way to compost your food scraps

more#sustainability

fromMission Local

Day 56 of the 16th St. crackdown: Albion Street stands apart

People on Albion will say something or report it... Thereâs more of a sense of ownership and residential frontage.

Mission District

fromThesanjoseblog

Mixed-Use Development to Transform East Santa Clara Street

The mixed-use development at 644 East Santa Clara aims to foster a vibrant community with housing, retail, and office spaces.

First look inside central London's new IKEA Oxford Street - and a full list of all the shop features

IKEA's new Oxford Street store, housed in the historic former Topshop flagship, is highly anticipated, offering unique room setups based on real London living experiences.

London

#home-improvement

fromDesign Milk

Wellness

Bringing Nordic Sauna Culture To Your Backyard With Tyto

London food

Ain't no sunshine? How to embrace your shady, north-facing garden

Alternative transportation

Rotating driveways: What are they and do I really need one?

fromDesign Milk

Wellness

Bringing Nordic Sauna Culture To Your Backyard With Tyto

London food

Ain't no sunshine? How to embrace your shady, north-facing garden

Alternative transportation

Rotating driveways: What are they and do I really need one?

more#home-improvement

Which dog should I get? How to choose the best pet for families, city living or people with allergies

Dogs are individuals; just as you might meet a Yorkshireman who's not great, certain dogs might not fit the expected behavior of their breed.

Pets

Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act: Could it Save New York City?

Affordable housing in Brooklyn is critical for retaining essential workers and supporting the city's recovery.

Boston real estate

A battle of amenities: Boston luxury towers compete on who can offer the most extravagant perks

London politics

I like the weird and the offbeat': the rise of the UK property guardians

Property guardianship attracts a broader demographic of professionals seeking affordable living arrangements in vacant properties.

fromwww.rentcafe.com

Upper West Side

Luxury for less: One Bay Area city makes list of 10 best U.S. ZIP codes to find deals on upscale apartments

Renters can find high-quality apartments in desirable locations at lower prices.

Austin, TX, is the leading city for affordable luxury apartments.

fromIndypendent

Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act: Could it Save New York City?

Affordable housing in Brooklyn is critical for retaining essential workers and supporting the city's recovery.

Boston real estate

A battle of amenities: Boston luxury towers compete on who can offer the most extravagant perks

Luxury real estate in Boston is increasingly defined by premium amenities rather than basic living needs.

London politics

I like the weird and the offbeat': the rise of the UK property guardians

fromwww.rentcafe.com

Upper West Side

Luxury for less: One Bay Area city makes list of 10 best U.S. ZIP codes to find deals on upscale apartments

more#affordable-housing

London politics

I had rose-tinted spectacles': UK city dwellers on relocating during the pandemic

London is the most searched property location again, with a shift back to urban living rather than rural due to changes in work dynamics.

My Commute Is a Nightmare. I'm Using It to Practice Mindfulness.

The author's initial love for London transformed into frustration through challenges faced in everyday commuting and social behaviors.

It's official: London is one of the world's most walkable cities

Walking is a simple yet effective way to boost mood and well-being.

London ranks as the 18th most walkable city, with 79% of locals enjoying its walkability.

London

London has the best public transport in the world - according to locals

Mindfulness

fromYoga Journal

My Commute Is a Nightmare. I'm Using It to Practice Mindfulness.

The author's initial love for London transformed into frustration through challenges faced in everyday commuting and social behaviors.

It's official: London is one of the world's most walkable cities

Walking is a simple yet effective way to boost mood and well-being.

London ranks as the 18th most walkable city, with 79% of locals enjoying its walkability.

London has the best public transport in the world - according to locals

London's public transport received an 86% approval rating in Time Out's survey, ranking sixth globally and first in Europe.

more#london

fromBuzzFeed

32 Genius Pieces Of Furniture That'll Help Maximize Your Tiny Living Space

"Living in NYC, we find it is important to maximize the little space we have in our apartment. This desk is a perfect combination of functional and decorative." - Realview

NYC startup

Arts

fromBOOOOOOOM!

"Okku/Beyond the Light" by Artist Shuto Okayasu

Shuto Okayasu's first solo exhibition reflects multicultural influences and urban experiences using diverse artistic inspirations.

fromIrish Independent

Terraced Phibsborough red brick with modern energy upgrades once offered haven from Easter Rising

The events of Easter week in 1916 not only displaced citizens like the Murphys but also influenced property policies in Dublin, reflecting the aftermath of public tragedies.

Renovation

Costco's Selling a Dupe of the Cult-Favorite Hulken Bag (It Fits Way More Than a Regular Tote)

The CleverMade Foldable Tote Bag on Wheels is a cost-effective alternative to the more expensive Hulken bag, perfect for urban dwellers needing portability for groceries.

Gadgets

NYC food

fromTime Out New York

A controversial study just named my neighborhood as one of the best in NYC. Here's why it's right.

Hell's Kitchen is a highly ranked neighborhood in NYC, challenging common misconceptions about its livability.

Alternative transportation

The $32 Game-Changing Find I'm Buying To Ensure My Indoor Plants Thrive

When I saw the flourishing flora in illustrator and tattoo artist Elizabeth Lai's eclectic Brooklyn apartment, everything I thought about being a plant parent was turned on its head.

Everyday cooking

fromStreetsblog

Commentary: It's Nice Not to Worry About the Rising Costs of Cars - Streetsblog San Francisco

Car tariffs could increase prices significantly.

Car ownership is increasingly seen as a burden in urban areas.

Zoning laws restrict non-car owners' use of space.

UK news

Homes crumble after roof collapses on sleeping residents in Notting Hill

A roof collapse in Notting Hill forced twelve residents to evacuate their homes.

Miami food

fromwww.nytimes.com

What $850,000 Buys in Florida, Rhode Island and New Mexico

The two-bedroom duplex in Miami offers modern urban living with great amenities and proximity to attractions.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

The hidden south east London neighbourhood once haunted by highwaymen

Shooters Hill blends history and nature, transitioning from its highwayman past to a peaceful suburban life.

NYC LGBT