Scenarios about 'winter cities'
Winter cities are urban areas characterized by prolonged cold seasons and significant snowfall that have developed specific adaptations to function effectively in harsh winter conditions. These cities feature distinctive architecture, infrastructure, and cultural practices designed to accommodate snow removal, thermal efficiency, and winter mobility. Winter urbanism represents an important intersection of climate adaptation, urban planning, and cultural identity in regions such as Scandinavia, Canada, Russia, and other northern territories.
What If Edmonton Implemented Different Urban Planning Strategies?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Edmonton, Alberta embraced transit-oriented development, higher density, and sustainable urban planning principles in the late 20th century, transforming it into a model for cold-weather city design.