Urban Areas – Page 6

6 European Cities Where You Can Swim in the Wild

Looking to take a dip in or near a city center? Here are some urban areas that have successfully opened up waterways for swimmers.

By Julia Webster Ayuso

Art Building (Construction) Murals Real Estate (Commercial) Real Estate and Housing (Residential) Renting and Leasing (Real Estate) Sculpture Shopping and Retail Urban Areas

Developers Use Art to Attract Tourists and Increase Property Values

Artwork has been part of urban projects for decades, but a new push from developers looking for ways to drive foot traffic has created a boom for the art world.

By Dave Montgomery

Architecture Heatherwick Studio HKS Little Island (Manhattan, NY) Museums Parks and Other Recreation Areas Urban Areas

For the Solo Explorer: Airport Lounges, Parks and Other Urban Spaces

More architects and urban planners are designing parks, airport lounges, museums and other public spaces that make lone visitors feel at ease.

By Francesca Specter

Forests and Forestry Los Angeles (Calif) Parks and Other Recreation Areas Travel and Vacations Trees and Shrubs Urban Areas

A Tour of L.A.’s Neighborhood Trees

There are palms, of course. But the city has one of the most diverse urban forests in the world and each neighborhood has its own characteristic plantings. Just follow the greenery.

By Danielle Pergament