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Nouakchott is undergoing a major urban transformation to combat rising sea levels and desertification while modernizing its economy. The flagship Nouakchott Coastline Development Project aims to make the vulnerable coast resilient and economically productive. Complementary initiatives, like the Green Belt restoration, provide environmental protection against the advancing Sahara. The Nouakchott Coastline Development Project restores a…

Greenhouse Sthlm is a sustainable urban development project located in western Kungsholmen, Stockholm, Sweden, designed as a model for modern, low-carbon living integrated with nature and community-focused amenities. It is developed through a partnership between Skanska and Electrolux, incorporating innovative construction techniques with a focus on climate impact reduction and green building certifications. The project…

Adam Tas Corridor in Stellenbosch, South Africa, is a 375-hectare urban regeneration initiative along a highway, railway and river. It transforms underutilised land into a new city within the city, creating a liveable, safe, and socially integrated urban corridor. Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second-oldest city, 40 minutes from Cape Town, is also recognised as an innovation…

Kigamboni New City, or Kigamboni Satellite City, is a Tanzanian government project to ease congestion in Dar es Salaam. Planned as a modern eco-city, it aims to boost economic growth and tourism, transforming the Kigamboni peninsula into an international urban hub. Kigamboni New City spans about 6,494 hectares south of Dar es Salaam’s CBD, divided…

The Bouregreg Valley redevelopment is a flagship urban project in Morocco. The Special Development Plan (Plan d’Aménagement Spécial – PAS) covers nearly 6,000 hectares from the Bouregreg estuary inland toward the Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdallah dam. Supported by the Bouregreg Valley Development Agency (AAVB) and the Moroccan government, it aims to transform the area into…

Ongos Valley is envisioned as Namibia’s largest single residential project designed to provide affordable, quality housing and integrated urban living. The project is supported by the City of Windhoek and the Namibian government, responding to urban growth challenges by creating a vibrant community with schools, hospitals, retail centres, and green spaces included as essential infrastructure.…

Asia New Bay Area (ANBA) is a transformative waterfront urban development located in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Initiated in 2011, ANBA is a flagship project for Kaohsiung’s transition from an industrial port city to a diversified, modern metropolis emphasizing culture, technology, tourism, and sustainability. The district covers more than 600 hectares and integrates important public facilities such…

Danhai New Town is a planned urban development located in the Tamsui District of New Taipei City, Taiwan. It represents a modern extension of New Taipei, integrating residential, commercial, and recreational spaces with a focus on sustainable and human-centric urban growth supported by smart city technologies. Developed as part of New Taipei City’s expansion strategy,…

Smart Village in Egypt’s 6th of October City is a pioneering high-technology business district and integrated business park, established by Presidential Decree No. 355 in 2000 with operations starting in 2001. Spanning 2.5 million square meters, it hosts over 180 companies, 94 operating buildings, and 700,000 square meters of office space, serving as a hub…

Pantai Indah Kapuk 2 (PIK 2) is a large-scale independent city development spanning approximately 10,000 hectares in North Jakarta, Indonesia, developed through a partnership between Agung Sedayu Group and Salim Group. This mega-project builds on the success of PIK 1, aiming to create a modern urban centre with integrated infrastructure, positioned near key toll roads…

Madinat al-Hareer, known as Silk City, is a massive 250-square-kilometre planned urban development in Subiya, northern Kuwait, designed as a free economic zone to diversify the economy beyond oil under Kuwait Vision 2035. Phase I includes the completed Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Causeway (opened 2019) and the ongoing Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port, with full completion projected…

Monaco, one of the world’s smallest and most densely populated countries, has adopted land reclamation as a vital strategy to expand available land while maintaining high environmental standards. The Mareterra project represents the latest and largest territorial extension, reflecting the Principality’s commitment to sustainable urban growth. With its distinctive curved coastline, gently rising hillside, and…

Modderfontein New City was a proposed 1,600-hectare ($8 billion/R87 billion) mixed-use mega-development east of Johannesburg, South Africa, envisioned by Shanghai Zendai Property Group to create a self-sustaining “New York of Africa” with residential, commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, and entertainment zones for 100,000 residents and 200,000 jobs. Launched in 2013 with Gauteng government support, initial phases…

Magarpatta City is a 450-acre gated township in Pune’s Hadapsar area, developed as a self-contained mixed-use community combining residential, commercial, healthcare, educational, and recreational spaces. Approximately 30% of the area is dedicated to green spaces, including the 25-acre Aditi Gardens, contributing to a pollution-free environment. Construction began in 2000 and continues to evolve with modern…

Kitakyushu Eco-Town in Japan, established in 1997, is the country’s first and largest eco-town focused on extensive recycling and resource circulation. It serves as a leading model for sustainable industrial development by combining advanced technology, sustainability efforts, and community involvement. The Eco-Town Centre, opened in 2001, educates the public and supports circular economy enterprises. Kitakyushu…

Gwanggyo represents Suwon’s push towards sustainable, tech-driven growth under national new town initiatives, integrating residential zones with commercial and green spaces. Key landmarks include Suwon Gwanggyo Museum showcasing excavation artefacts, Suwon Art Space Gwanggyo for cultural events, and extensive parks linked by green pathways and water axes from the four major rivers. Gwanggyo New Town…

China’s Sponge City program, launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (MOHURD), the Ministry of Finance (MOF), and the Ministry of Water Resources (MWR), selects pilot cities like Wuhan and Chongqing to mimic natural water absorption, aiming for 70% rainwater retention through infiltration, storage, purification, and drainage. These pilots address urban…

Bismayah New City is strategically designed for Iraq’s lower-middle-class population, making it the flagship development of Iraq’s National Housing Program. The city consists of 59 blocks divided into eight towns, featuring apartment complexes, commercial districts, and social infrastructure to support community life. The master plan integrates a modern road network connecting the city to Baghdad…

Diyar Al Muharraq is Bahrain’s largest master-planned integrated city, spanning seven artificial islands covering 12 square kilometres northeast of Manama on Muharraq Island. Developed by Diyar Al Muharraq W.L.L., it provides over 30,000 residential units, commercial spaces, healthcare, recreation, and 40 kilometres of waterfront, blending Bahraini heritage with modern living for families, investors, and tourists.…

Vision City Kigali is a major multi-phase housing development project in Kigali, Rwanda, built by Ultimate Developers Ltd for the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB). It is Rwanda’s largest residential housing project, aiming to provide luxury and sustainable living with 4,500 housing units over 158 hectares, expected to house about 22,000 people. The project includes…