Stories
We share stories and evidence on the link between urban design and human wellbeing.
Will Vancouver's ambitious new housing strategy make the city healthier and happier?
Vancouver, like so many cities, is experiencing a painful housing crisis. The city is the least affordable in North America.
Designed for wellbeing: Paddington Central
How have recent design improvements to the external environment at Paddington Central had an impact on the wellbeing of workers, residents and visitors?
Press release: Public space improvements can boost trust among strangers
A new study has found that a rainbow crosswalk painted by the City of Vancouver is linked to greater trust among strangers.
Tackling the crisis of social disconnection
Social wellbeing matters. Feelings of belonging and connection to other people and community are essential elements of human health and happiness.
An ode to women in the happy city movement
Women’s Day got us thinking about many of the leaders who have inspired our healthy, happy city movement.