M-3045QA

How We Can Adapt Our Towns

When we ask that question of ourselves – “How can we adapt our towns?” – the question which might precede it, is “why would we want to?” Well, if you are like me - you might think of a dozen reasons straight off.

CONNECT M3

Building

M-3025PA

A New/Old Way To Live: Part 1

Imagine knowing your neighbours. I know. But hear me out – imagine WANTING to! Imagine, as well, having total privacy but only having to step outside your home if you need some help – or just feel like a chat.

CONNECT M3

Building

BW-2281A

LOCAL BUSINESSES = LOCAL GAIN

In the centre of London - of all places - traders are finding how to build community -and the benefits are not just about increasing sales.  They include people looking out for one another and volunteering! 

THE GUARDIAN

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BW-2266A

THE ROOT OF INNOVATION: NEED

When people leave everything to the gov'ts of the world, we all know what happens - and doesn't.  People in Brazil know what they can achieve when they turn to themselves to solve their food supply problems. 

BBC

Gardens

BW-2156A

THRIVING COMMUNITY - GARDENS

In the heart of downtown Rio - deep within the city favelas - there is a wonderful thing happening.   The waste dumps have now been  cleared and people are growing food and changing how they live. 

DW NEWS

Gardens