Too often, signs of trouble are ignored until a problem becomes a crisis. Here are some clear warning signs residents should watch for. If you see something, say something – it could save lives.

The best science is not always the best engineering when it comes to building codes. It’s also a problem across the US, as an engineer who works on disaster resilience explains.

By adding stickers to glass walls and dimming lights, cities can be safer places for migrating birds.

Our lives are intertwined with animals, insects and birds – we should consider them more when we design our cities.

From building planning to heritage restoration and advance surveillance, drones are set to change the face of our cities – here’s how.

The late Christopher Alexander’s groundbreaking work on patterns has informed the development of technology for decades, but it’s the architect’s later work that holds the key to a healthier digital life.

Lessons from ancient architecture can help us design buildings that provide comfort and convenience without costing the earth.

Barns are practical buildings, designed to safeguard farm animals and equipment. Why are so many of them painted to stand out from the landscape?