Do higher urban densities contribute to more sustainable cities and communities? This
paper examines the effectiveness of higher density (as a means) for achieving sustainable …

The physical expansion of urban areas lead to lasting impacts on landscapes and
livelihoods. Here, we conduct a global synthesis of trends in urban land expansion, in urban …

This research investigates the direct and (indirect) spatial spillover effects of agglomeration
economies on the productivity of the tourism industry. With increasing concerns about the …

We propose an integrated framework to discuss the empirical literature on the local
determinants of agglomeration effects. We start by presenting the theoretical mechanisms …

Although the scale of impending urbanization is well-acknowledged, we have a limited
understanding of how urban forms will change and what their impact will be on building …

The 'compact city'is one of the most prominent concepts to have emerged in the global urban
policy debate, though it is difficult to ascertain to what extent its theorised positive outcomes …

Buildings account for over one-third of global emissions and energy use. Meeting climate
pledges will require achieving high operational energy efficiency with low embodied impacts …

Compact development is proposed to preserve land resources as well as promote
agglomeration economies. This paper adopts a multi-indicator system of compact cities …

Actors and institutions in localities and regions across the world are seeking prosperity and
well-being amidst tumultuous and disruptive shifts and transitions generated by: an …

Spacematrix explores the potential of urban density as a tool for urban planning and design.
This revised and extended edition of Meta Berghauser Pont and Per Haupt's 2010 volume …