What can New York City learn from global cities to create safe, dignified, and stable homes for every New Yorker?
Posted — April 15, 2026
In this proceedings document, you'll hear from our Global Exchange staff and delegates on lessons learned from the Urban Design Study Trip to Tokyo.
Posted — November 18, 2025
In this proceedings document, you'll hear from our Global Exchange staff and fellows on lessons learned from the Urban Design Study Trip to Copenhagen.
Posted — July 2, 2025
Our 2024-25 Forefront Fellows explored how city leaders and designers can make aging in place an accessible and affordable option for all New Yorkers.
Posted — June 11, 2025
How can community organizations, designers, funders, and government empower New York City neighborhoods to shape their futures?
Posted — April 25, 2025
The Local Center is thrilled to release three Public Realm Vision Plans from our community partners in Sunnyside, Brownsville, and the Capitol District.
Posted — April 4, 2025
What can New York learn from cities around the world taking “big swings” to confront their housing crises?
Posted — March 10, 2025
Urban Design Forum’s platform of ideas for New York’s next leaders.
Posted — February 20, 2025
Urban Design Forum’s Rewire initiative examined ways to transform New York City’s buildings, public spaces, and infrastructure into engines for climate action.
Posted — October 4, 2024
Forefront Residency Fellows developed a report to present innovative, multifaceted and cost-effective solutions to improve New York City’s public bathroom system.
Posted — September 18, 2024
Our 2023-24 Forefront Fellows reimagined public spaces where youth are free to be themselves and live vibrant, healthy lives.
Posted — August 29, 2024
Read the final report from New Loops, our seventh Forefront Fellowship, offering new approaches to waste that support our health, climate and society.
Posted — August 7, 2023
Urban Design Forum is thrilled to release 73 Ideas for a Healthier New York City.
Posted — July 18, 2023
New York City can invest in communities to bring healthy and affordable food to every neighborhood.
Posted — June 14, 2022
Urban Design Forum is pleased to release Streets Ahead: Five Routes to a Thriving City.
Posted — May 17, 2022
