Starmer goes to China
The UK should be more confident. China’s own creativity is hampered by a state that doesn’t appreciate autonomy and independence of its citizens.
Review: What’s Wrong With Benny Hill?
Anthony Bugess, the author of The Clockwork Orange described him as “a comic genius steeped in the British music hall tradition”
Driving Out Common Sense
36% of pedestrians failed to look properly and 18% were “careless, reckless or in a hurry”.
Paradise Found?
The vision for the new Forest City 1 is undeniably bold, ambitious… and a much-needed response to the demand for “more” and “better”.
High noon for high drama
When you have to concentrate rather than allowing yourself to be carried away by the magic of theatre, then something isn’t working.
Two steps forward, one step back
Chris Williamson, president of the RIBA has made a stand, possibly more profound and challenging than any previous incumbent.
BEST BOOKS OF 2025
Some of the Future Cities Project Readers’ Group and Paper Review regulars have chosen their favourite books of 2025. If you’re looking for stocking fillers, or just great books, read on.
Forest City 1
An interview on Ali Miraj’s LBC Radio programme, discussing Forest City 1, but also the generic city and the broader implications of Big Ideas.
Dumbed Down Design Education
While the ARB talks about “competency”, there has never been so much bewildered incompetence prevalent in the profession as there is today.
Where’s the infrastructure & investment?
Modern infrastructure is essential for a healthy economy. But with our current economic stagnation and near-zero growth, we’re stuck in a rut.
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