urbanism
noun
ur·ban·ism
ˈər-bə-ˌni-zəm 
1
: the characteristic way of life of city dwellers
2
a
: the study of the physical needs of urban societies
b
3
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These three new books explore such decelerations, and seek to move from urbanism toward a more general political philosophy.
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Benjamin Wallace-Wells, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
Green Century acted as a vector for discussions about Califia and green urbanism, learning from similar eco-cities and tapping into financial and tech resources in the Bay Area.
—Chase Hunter, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
Topics of interest also include sustainability, urbanism, hospitality, and human rights.
—Will Speros, Architectural Digest, 11 Feb. 2025
This type of inclusive urban design proves that urbanism can be a powerful driver of positive change.
—Yermys Pena, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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Benjamin Wallace-Wells, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
Green Century acted as a vector for discussions about Califia and green urbanism, learning from similar eco-cities and tapping into financial and tech resources in the Bay Area.
—Chase Hunter, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
Topics of interest also include sustainability, urbanism, hospitality, and human rights.
—Will Speros, Architectural Digest, 11 Feb. 2025
This type of inclusive urban design proves that urbanism can be a powerful driver of positive change.
—Yermys Pena, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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“Urbanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/urbanism. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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