FEATURE ARTICLE OF THE WEEK
What makes a street ‘cool'?
The withdrawal of MSG's Sphere project in Stratford highlights a key question: should flashy developments outweigh residents' concerns? While the Sphere promised innovation and economic gains, Londoners objected to potential noise and light pollution. This decision raises the issue of whether cities should prioritize such high-profile projects or focus on enhancing public spaces and affordable housing. Can extravagant architecture genuinely improve urban life, or should the emphasis be on creating inclusive, well-planned environments that address residents' needs more directly?
"More than individual buildings, how the city is planned as a whole variously harms or improves people’s lives."
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