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Partnerships for growth excel
A cluster of unique Lismore City Council projects, facilitated by Urbanismplus, have attracted a prestigious New South Wales Local Government Award. “Urbanismplus namely, Kobus, facilitated several charrettes with both hospitals and the public which were instrumental in unlocking and developing this award winning partnership.” – Brent McAlister, Executive Director for Sustainable Development, Lismore City […] more...
Abu Dhabi’s exciting shift from oil dependency to diversification and sustainability
Kobus Mentz is the urban design expert advisor to the government on their new capital plan which is being delivered through the Urban Planning Council by Arup and Larry Beasley Associates. The extent of the future city is larger than Paris and encompasses high profile components such as the new capital complex, Jean Nouvel’s new […] more...
IBM Global Innovation Outlook – Asia
In 2009, IBM ran three international Global Innovation Outlook think-tank events. The events brought together leaders from the fields of policy, business, research and the third sector to jointly consider issues affecting our world today. Kobus Mentz joined 30 other selected specialists at the Asia / Australasia event to discuss sustainable practices that would address water, healthcare, energy […] more...
Abu Dhabi Eastern Region Growth Plan Charrette, Al Ain
With a population of approximately 374,000, Al Ain is the United Arab Emirate’s (UAE) second largest city, after the capital Abu Dhabi. In 2009, Larry Beasley, special advisor to the UAE Urban Planning Council, led a design charrette to develop plans and strategies for the growth of communities surrounding Al Ain. Kobus Mentz was invited […] more...
Christchurch Urban Development Strategy used as demonstration model by UK Government
The Greater Christchurch Urban Development Strategy, completed by Urbanism+ in 2008, has been used by CABE as a demonstration model to help urban designers in the UK achievie outstanding sub-regional planning and urban design. more...