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IMM Design Lab is a multidisciplinary research design laboratory Follow us to explore methodologies, case studies and project insights from our ongoing work.

IMMdesignlab is a research and innovation platform dedicated to advancing Integrated Multidimensional Management (IMM) for resilient, nature-positive and people-centered urban and territorial development. We transform scientific knowledge into operational tools, indicators and design strategies that support planners, institutions and communities in achieving measurable environmental, social and economic outcomes.

20/10/2026

🏙️ Up to 3.4 billion people lack access to secure, safe and adequate housing.

As the world marks on 31 October, the focus turns to how urban regeneration can advance adequate housing for all.

Under the theme “Regenerating the City: Adequate Housing for All,” this year’s global observance in Fuzhou, China, calls for renewed action to make cities more inclusive, sustainable and liveable.

🔗 Explore more: https://urbanoctober.unhabitat.org/wcd

20/10/2026

🏙️Urban trees are more than just greenery – they're vital for our cities' health and beauty. From cleaning the air to providing shade and tranquility, trees enrich our lives in countless ways. Let's keep our cities green and thriving by planting and preserving urban trees!
Picture: Cagliari (Italy) 🙂🌳

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20/10/2026

🌳 GREENING THE CITY IS NOT THE SAME AS MAKING THE CITY RESILIENT.

Europe’s latest heat waves are making one thing increasingly evident: many of our cities were simply not designed for the climate they are now experiencing.

The response is understandably turning toward trees, urban reforestation and Nature-Based Solutions. And yes—we need more trees.

But from an IMM perspective, we should be careful not to turn tree planting into another simplified solution to a systemic problem.

A tree is not an isolated object. It is part of an ecosystem—and its effectiveness depends on the soil, water, species, canopy structure, surrounding morphology, biodiversity and spatial connections that support it.

This is why urban greening must be understood through the combined lens of:

🌳 Ecosystem Services
🌿 Green Infrastructure
💧 Nature-Based Solutions
🌱 Soil and water systems
🦋 Biodiversity networks
🏙️ Urban morphology and land use
🚶 Public-space and thermal comfort

The question is therefore not simply “Where can we plant more trees?”

It is:

“How can ecological processes become structural components of the city?”

This requires moving beyond the traditional opposition between CITY and NATURE.

Nature cannot be something we add to the city after the urban structure has already been designed. It must become part of the design logic itself.

A resilient urban landscape is therefore not simply a city with more green elements. It is a city in which water, vegetation, soil, biodiversity, mobility, buildings and public space interact as one living system.

So yes—plant trees.

But don’t stop there.

A tree is not enough. A forest is not enough. “Green” is not enough.

The real challenge is to redesign the urban system so that nature is no longer a guest in the city, but one of the principles through which the city is conceived.

🌿 Climate resilience begins when we stop designing nature into the city—and start designing the city as part of nature.

20/10/2026

Before / After: Rue Julien Lacroix in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. This is not a school street closed to traffic, but it has been greened and converted to one-way with the removal of several parking spaces.

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20/10/2026

🌳 Green Proximity: A Housing Necessity, Not a Luxury! 🏡✨

Imagine stepping out of your home and being greeted by lush trees, shaded walkways, and vibrant greenery just like the stunning streetscape in this picture. 🌿 This isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about healthier, happier, and more connected urban living.

Here’s why green proximity is a must for housing:
• 🫁 Healthier air: Trees filter pollutants and improve air quality, creating a cleaner and healthier environment.
• ☀️ Cooling effects: Green areas naturally reduce heat, keeping neighborhoods cooler and combating urban heat islands.
• 🚶‍♀️ Improved wellbeing: Proximity to green spaces enhances mental health, reduces stress, and encourages physical activity.
• 🏘️ Community benefits: Parks and green streets foster connections between neighbors, creating more vibrant, cohesive communities.
• 📈 Increased property value: Housing near green spaces is more desirable, boosting its value over time.

Green proximity isn’t a privilege; it’s essential for sustainable urban development and quality of life. Let’s design cities where every resident lives closer to nature! 🌿💚

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20/10/2026

🌱 What is an Eco-District? Key Principles Explained! 🌍
An eco-district is ta neighborhood designed to prioritize people, nature, and sustainability. 🌟 Here’s how:
🌿 Green Infrastructure
Eco-districts integrate urban greenery like parks, rooftop gardens, and vertical forests to clean the air and cool the streets.
⚡ Renewable Energy
Solar panels, wind turbines, and innovative energy systems power eco-districts sustainably. Say goodbye to fossil fuels! 🌞💨
🚶‍♂️ Walkability & Active Transport
These neighborhoods are designed for people, not cars, with bike lanes, pedestrian-friendly streets, and accessible public transit. 🚲🚍
🌍 Waste & Water Management
From rainwater harvesting to zero-waste initiatives, eco-districts lead the way in sustainable resource use. ♻️💧
🤝 Community-Focused Design
Eco-districts are hubs of connection, inclusion, and social innovation.
CASE STUDY: ZAC de Bonne in Grenoble, France
https://www.cahiers-techniques-batiment.fr/.../zac-de...
💡 “Would you like to live in an eco-district? Imagine cleaner air, vibrant streets, and a closer connection to nature!” 🌱
👉 Drop a 🌿 in the comments if you’d love to see one in YOUR city!
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20/10/2026

Paris plans 140 km of additional cycle paths and safety improvements at 420 junctions by 2032 under a €200 million cycling programme.

20/10/2026

A resilient city does not stand still against change; it learns to turn every challenge into the seed of a better future.

20/10/2026

The term is an integral part of many different areas from art and design to mathematics and computing and it is central to understanding the process of . In we define a pattern as any form of correlation between the states of elements within a .
picture: Athens

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