Dementia-inclusive planning and design guidelines
A new guide on how neighbourhoods can support people living with dementia, created by Happy Cities and researchers from Simon Fraser University.
Design principles for happy homes
We create healthier, happier, more inclusive communities.
Youth-led placemaking for safer streets
Deep engagement to understand walkability
Design principles for happy homes
We create healthier, happier, more inclusive communities.
Our team specializes in urban planning, design, engagement, and more.
Turning evidence into action
Based in Vancouver and Halifax, we work with cities, developers, and non-profits around the world to maximize the wellbeing impact of public spaces, streets, infrastructure, and housing.
Dementia-inclusive planning and design guidelines
Fort St. John community arts & culture framework
A long-term strategy to guide arts and culture initiatives in the Energetic City.
Social wellbeing in modular housing
Co-creating design guidelines to nurture health and social support for vulnerable people.
"Happy Cities was a dream to work with. The quality of research, analysis, written submissions and field work was consistently high. A true partner in our ambitious active transportation pursuits!"Lisa Leblanc, Director of Engineering, City of New Westminster
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Read the book that started it all
Explore the intersection between urban design and the emerging science of happiness, with stops in some of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Explore our Happy Homes interactive tool
Use this interactive tool to understand how to build sociability through multi-unit housing design
