ArchDaily | Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide https://www.archdaily.com/ Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.adsttc.com/doodles/archdaily-logo-feedly.svg 026CB6 https://www.archdaily.com/1013812/between-slopes-and-inequalities-risky-urban-occupations-and-environmental-racism Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Adele Belitardo https://www.archdaily.com/1013812/between-slopes-and-inequalities-risky-urban-occupations-and-environmental-racism Throughout history, numerous cities worldwide have been settled and built on hillsides, where one can observe the myriad urban challenges they face due to their topographical conditions. However, beyond issues related to their urban infrastructure or transportation systems, which can become more complex due to the geography, hillside urban occupation typically involves various intersections of social, environmental, and economic issues.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1012950/urban-challenges-of-hillside-cities Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Adele Belitardo https://www.archdaily.com/1012950/urban-challenges-of-hillside-cities Living in cities built on geographical slopes is a unique and challenging experience. While these areas can offer panoramic views and impressive landscapes, the steep topography presents a series of challenges in terms of urban planning, structural safety, and socio-environmental risks. These cities require special care and solutions in the design of streets, buildings, and infrastructure, as well as an understanding that, for reasons of environmental safety and population well-being, not all areas should be occupied.

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