Resources

Why Microhousing Is Trending Three ideas sit at the heart of microhousing’s appeal: affordability, proximity, and freedom. Smaller homes can lower the cost to buy or rent and trim monthly utilities. They put people close to what matters, whether that is work and transit in a major city or trailheads, vineyards, and theater in Flat […]

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology has evolved from a specialized technical skill to an essential competency for urban professionals. Whether you’re an urban planner, architect, transport consultant, or policy maker, GIS skills can dramatically enhance your career prospects and project outcomes. This guide explores why GIS matters for urban practitioners and the most impactful applications […]

You spent years studying architecture, passed your exams, and built a portfolio. But lately, you’ve found yourself more interested in the bigger picture – how neighborhoods work, how cities grow, how communities thrive. You’re drawn to urban planning, but the thought of starting your career from scratch feels overwhelming. Good news: you don’t have to. […]

Let’s be real; when you live in the Philippines, you learn to expect the unexpected from the weather. One minute it’s sunny and humid, the next thing you know, a thunderstorm rolls in like it owns the place. And don’t get us started on typhoon season; our country sees an average of 20 typhoons per […]