Kasper Koblauch

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Kasper is an urban planner and writer based in Toronto, Ontario. His endless interest in the built environment and the way it influences movement, health, and interactions among people, is largely inspired by his observations and experiences living in Copenhagen and Toronto. Kasper recently received his master’s degree in urban planning from Ryerson University where his focuses included transit oriented development and active transportation.

One Czech City's Approach to DIY Bike-Share

While many big city bike-share systems hit potholes, one Czech city has experienced success with an entirely different – and more DIY – ‘micro-scheme’ approach fostered by a network of cafés.

New York Rebrands Rest Stops as “Texting Zones”

New highway signs urge drivers to wait until the next rest stop before answering that text or email message. A recent study presents two more reasons why motorists who text are a major danger.

Copenhagenizing Moscow

A new report by Danish firm Gehl Architects presents recommendations for transforming car-cluttered Moscow. A compact city center along with a strong desire for change are potential building blocks for a human-friendly and sustainable city.

Brutal or Beautiful? UK Celebrates Post-War Architectural Heritage

A warehouse, electricity substation, and brutalist apartment complex are among the buildings recently granted heritage protection by the British government. Heritage designation for post-war architecture, however, remains contentious.

Wanted: Funding Source for Transit Investment in Canada’s Largest City

Additional sales taxes, increased property taxes, and a tax on commercial parking spaces are just some of the 11 funding options being considered to pay for a long overdue transit expansion in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).