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Designing cities is an increasingly complex task. It requires innovative and integrated solutions, which consider everything from demographic changes and equity to land scarcity, energy and water resilience, climate mitigation, supporting infrastructure and minimising the impact on our natural systems.
“We help governments, authorities, and developers to deliver remarkable buildings and neighbourhoods, enhancing a town or city’s sustainability and appeal. Every project is a creative collaboration aimed at producing solutions of enduring value. ” Kathryn Firth Global Skills Leader, Masterplanning & Urban Design, Arup
Arup develops masterplanning and urban design solutions that can beneficially shape the long-term development of our towns and cities. We think beyond just buildings, to encompass the wider and more enduring socio-economic benefits for communities. We help clients produce inclusive and enjoyable places to live and work, that promote decarbonisation, protect and enhance ecology, and encourage active travel and public transport. Our expertise is underpinned by deep technical knowledge of interrelated infrastructure systems, from water and energy to transport and data.
Through our integrated approach, we combine creativity, innovation, and realism, ensuring that resulting plans capture the full value of the opportunity, facilitate cost-effective implementation, and advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals framework through design.
How we help you
We work closely with authorities and communities, to engage and co-create, design and deliver their shared ambitions. Our approach balances constraints and opportunities, from site conditions, social and economic factors and environmental issues, to market demands, regulatory and community issues. We always ensure new development harmonises with the existing urban fabric.
Partnerships and new thinking
Whatever project we’re contributing to, success is often shaped by collaboration with our network of experts, partners, stakeholders and funding bodies. These partnerships ensure clients benefit from the latest insights into urban development, and include C40 Cities, the Ellen Macarthur Foundation, the Real Play Coalition and the World Bank among many others.
