Why the Future City is a gym | Future of Architecture Summit 2022

Contrary to much of the dialogue around the growth of mega cities and ‘giga-projects’, the reality is that while looking at the future of our urban lifestyles, it’s important not to forget the importance of human centric and wellness-focused urban design. The new-style cities of the future will involve a series of clusters, where all needs – from work to leisure to wellness – can be satisfactorily met. In this sense, the city can be seen as a ‘gym’, contributing to health and vitality, and a place where our needs for lifestyle nourishment can be uppermost.