The success of future cities depends on the extent to which existing professions, more precisely the professionals who work in them, are able to transcend the boundaries of their disciplines and mind-sets.

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Public space was long a non-issue in Moscow. It was not until 2010, with the removal of mayor Yuri Luzhkov that a change began. A rethinking of public spirit occurred that went beyond the collectivist ideals of the Soviet period and the egocentrism of the preceding decade. As a result, planners once again began to work on the design of public space.

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Public Space and Bathing Culture, which currently appropriates an area of the derelict harbor at Frihamnen in Gothenburg, Sweden, is more than a participation project or an urban renewal process. Through prototyping, the city is nurturing a transformation culture of site-specific interventions, that may change city governance from the inside out.

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The aim of Cities Initiative is to address important questions about future cities. In 2016 it is all about connectivity: Nowadays people are well-linked via their smartphones and social media. In a similar sense, the connection between cities is a key to the success of urban space.

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Located between Nørreport Station, Ørstedsparken and the new market halls, the redesigned Israels Plads brings vibrancy to the heart of Copenhagen. Today, the multifunctional space bustles with people of all ages.

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