Opinion: London tops Europe’s “best cities” ranking – why you shouldn’t be bothered
What can ranking cities by more abstract concepts actually tell us when the data is at best second-hand and…
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Johannes Novy
Dr Johannes Novy is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Architecture and Cities, University of Westminster. He studied urban planning and urban studies in Germany, Italy and the US and holds a PhD in urban planning from Columbia University, New York.
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Department stores continue to close up shop
What does store closures for Germany's largest chain mean for the future of city department stores?
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The battle for Molkenmarkt: Will Berlin turn to its past, present or future?
A design jury scandal, changing city building directors and the 'Molkenmarkt Charter'. Will Berlin's famous square ever get on…
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Reindustrialisation and the case for urban manufacturing
With many national governments pushing for a "reindustrialisation" of their economies, it is also a timely moment to reflect…
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