Urban Planning

This skyscraper once housed weapons during the revolution and was the scene of two brutal crimes that shocked São Paulo society.

This scenic cable car ride glides 100 feet above Mexico City.

A settlement that was stopped in the middle of construction, leaving behind paved roads, curbs, light poles, a stormwater drainage system, and even a basketball court, but no houses.

Built to celebrate the glory of a new queen, this forgotten monument has moved around Madrid three times, reflecting 200 years of political whims and city redevelopment.

This museum offers a glimpse into early 20th-century Glasgow life.

A city park that sits on top of a freeway.

An entire subdivision was accidentally built on a flood plain, resulting in its eventual demolition—but the streets are still there.

The oldest alley in San Francisco is paved with a reminder of the city's original shoreline.

This bridge's unique architecture honors nautical heritage and encourages self-awareness.

Peer into this window for an interesting glimpse into the public utilities that make this city run.

Built in the 1920s, this co-op in the Bronx feels more like an Italian villa than a typical New York apartment building.

The longest step street in the city.

The most unusual block in Brasília.