@simone93066217 Interesting article, I'm very interested to see when investors are expected to get a return on their $$ - Private/public is a financing structure cities are using, but if a city fails, what happens to private $ ?
@simone93066217 It's interesting how Bill Gates is tied so closely this project in the media. His investment into the project was made by a fairly secretive fund on behalf of him. With very few development regulations and permits already accepted, I think Belmont may be saved from backlash
Interesting article with one of the drivers behind KAEC- what struck me when reading this interview was his comment about the opportunity for a 'unicorn' (a privately held company worth >1) - innovative industry may bring that https://t.co/Ow6fnMWLv0 #newcitiesmcgill
Not a necessarily a "new city" but many believe that it could be- with as many amenities as proposed it could seriously affect the downtown cores business- citizen involvement to limit size may be crucial to core vitality https://t.co/it3M2NH7pC #newcitiesmcgill
@kar1614 Interesting article - I like the historical context as well as the cultural context- it is also cool to see ideas that have been successful in other cities (NYC) translating to success in other cities, someone has to lead the way
@simone93066217 Imagine having a capital city for over a 1000 years...and then just like that a new city is announced that will become the new capital?! pretty interesting some of these new cities that are at the center of the countries political realm
@simone93066217 Just checked out their website- looks like a fun place, and they have rooms available!! Would be interesting to look at occupancy rates and see just how many people are actually staying #newcitiesmcgill
@simone93066217 @lucy_everett_ It's quite impressive the velocity of construction. Its hard to imagine that they would build without some idea of populations that would move it. But as of now, that's not what we're seeing #newcitiesmcgill
@Allison90015652 I think this is a great idea for all polluted dense cities - not only is it aesthetically pleasing but will lead to air quality improvements. Neewe cities can implement this before pollution becomes a problem #newcitiesmcgill
Tourism is an economic driver that S.A is looking to tap into. KAEC wants 1 million leisure visitors in 2019 - but with its target still set on elite sports and entertainment will they be able to attract enough people #newcitiesmcgill https://t.co/thgKTxVLbX
@emmawing13 A very interesting article - wasn't aware of the issues going on there. With so much $$ in development, policy must aim to reward those who produce affordable housing supply
@SimoneEscutin Art installations in developments are always a good policy plan for inclusivity. If they focus on local artists it could also be a great way for peoples works to gain exposure - also another way for developer to integrate into community further
@VanEvelene Such a cool idea, very interesting how resilient the structures will be to storms (personally wouldn't want to be out there during one, however). Bjarke Ingels has support from many builders, wouldn't surprise me if this goes further than other similar projects @BjarkeIngels
New cities need $ to build infrastructure - but what infrastructures will we no longer need if new cities are innovative enough - what was once brick and mortar is now on an app - banks, retail - new cities may= cost savings #newcitiesmcgill https://t.co/3ya9k4zVvs
Amsterdams Centrumeiland is a new green affordable housing project - it is quite an interesting project - specifically the district heating system which is more efficient. Downside is project like this cost $$$$ https://t.co/ar0S5AOQET #newcitiesmcgill
Construction has begun in the city of NEOM - with first urban areas to be completed in 2020 - it is an ambitious schedule...What i am interested in is what may delay the project because it certainly wont be lack of funding https://t.co/WQBw8mAIam #newcitiesmcgill