the monocle guide to building better cities

how do we make better cities – places that work for people of all ages and backgrounds? how do we make cities that provide the obvious essentials – great transport, good places to work – as well as the softer elements that truly deliver quality of life, from urban swimming pools to rooftop clubs?

in this new book, the magazine’s editors unpack what makes a great city, whether you’re looking for a new place to call home or need help fixing your own. discover how you too can have a high line, create the most covetable housing or turn a dirty river into a summer asset.

packed with great images and intriguing reports, this is a book that takes the urbanism debate away from city hall and explains what’s needed in ways that will inspire us all.

published by gestalten, a leading publisher in architecture, visual culture, design & fashion, food & beverages, travel, and contemporary art.