Liking Linear Cities

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Linear City Proposed as 'Solution To Our Ecological Problems' While doing research for a recent post, I stumbled over a proposal for a linear city by a Montreal architect 25 years ago. I think the concept makes so much sense. You can walk from your home to the train, to the country, to the mall, to the rooftop promenade and then just go forever. The architect says it would use 95% less land and nobody would ever need a car. What's not to love about that? READ MORE Modernist Cabin Illuminates the Forest Like a Lantern Here is the much smaller version. READ MORE The Role of Water in a Forest Garden Design Water management is an often-overlooked element when planning a forest garden. READ MORE Ventilation Finally Accepted as Key To COVID-19 Transmission This is a design issue as much as it is a health issue. READ MORE What Is Bokashi Composting? This looks more like lunch than compost; doesn't take up much space either. READ MORE Why Red Squirrels Depend on Good Neighbors But you got to have friends. The feeling's oh so strong. You got to have friends To make that day last long. READ MORE This newsletter has been curated and edited by Lloyd Alter. We’d love to hear from you at lalter@dotdash.com. Thanks for reading. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to Treehugger newsletter. Unsubscribe © 2021 Dotdash.com — All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. A DOTDASH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005