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Drawing similarities

RSA Senior Archivist Abby Matthews argues that museums and archives do more than preserve the past. At their best, they ignite conversations between generations, reimagining memories and mapping the futures we choose to build
15 Apr 2026 Abby Matthews
A detailed, vintage map of a city with closely packed streets, labelled blocks, and outlined sections. Prominent roads and buildings are visible, evoking the feel of archive maps treasured by generations. Subtle colours highlight boundary lines throughout.
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London’s just transition

Launching a new report from the London Sustainable Development Commission, Malini Mehra FRSA and an expert panel ask: how can we make the capital’s journey to net-zero truly equitable?
26 Jun 2023
A scenic view of a park with lush green trees and a grassy hill. Two people sit on the grass in the foreground. In the background, a city skyline with tall buildings is visible against a clear sky.
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The young disruptors of Sub-Saharan Africa

2021-2022 Nine Dots Prize winner, Trish Lorenz, answers the question of what it means to be young in an ageing world by exploring the unique opportunities and challenges faced by the youth populations of Sub-Saharan Africa.
12 May 2022
A cityscape view featuring a mix of modern and older buildings under a clear sky. A bridge crosses in the foreground, with a red bus traveling on it. Scattered greenery is visible among the structures.
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From consumer to citizen – changing the narrative

Jon Alexander, author of Citizens, considers how to shape a citizen-led society and outlines how this shift could transform our communities, organisations, and nations for the better.
17 Mar 2022
A diverse group of people seated in a circle in a well-lit room with brick walls. Some participants wear masks. The atmosphere appears casual and focused, suggesting a meeting or support group setting.
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New Directions in Urban Design

Intentional guidelines can support a pluralistic, flexible and inclusive approach to building
5 Apr 2023 Rami el Samahy
Two human profiles made of intricate road maps face each other. The maps include various colored lines representing roads, intersections, and highways, creating a complex and detailed pattern within the silhouette of each face.
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Behind the Façade

Learnings from King Charles’s Poundbury and Nansledan developments go beyond aesthetics
5 Apr 2023 Alistair Barr
A spacious square with classical-style buildings under a clear blue sky. A statue is visible in the foreground, surrounded by cobblestone paving. Parked cars line the street, and trees dot the area, adding greenery.
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In conversation with Marvin Rees

Mayor of Bristol Marvin Rees talks to Rachel O’Brien about his work with the UK Urban Future Commission, a major new undertaking created by Core Cities and the RSA, and Bristol’s ambitious plan for the future
29 Mar 2023 Rachel O’Brien
A person wearing a blue suit and white shirt is smiling outdoors. Green leaves are visible in the blurred background.
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Policy Progress

Sean Kline and Jim Pugh discuss putting users at the centre of social service design
29 Mar 2023 Sean Kline, Jim Pugh
A turquoise shield design features a silhouette of California in black. The top section displays the word "CALIFORNIA" in turquoise on a white background.
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Sister Cities

Pittsburgh and Glasgow – A transatlantic relationship rooted in action and impact
29 Mar 2023 Jamie Cooke, Lolita Jackson, Grant Ervin
A postcard featuring Pittsburgh's skyline and a bridge with city lights, alongside Glasgow's illuminated bridge and mural on red brick buildings. The center has a heart-shaped label with "Wish you were here!" written on it.