SubjectDemography and population

Barcelona’s metro made its first journey on 30 December 1924. In its early days, this transport had a distinctly bourgeois character and elitist fares, consisting of just four stations...

Time associated with work – whether paid or unpaid – is a central aspect of how people organise their lives...

In our lives, we have to juggle two different kinds of time: the productive system’s clock time and the time...

It’s not a secret that Barcelona has an increasingly ageing population. But what impact does the declining birth rate have on the planning of infrastructure like schools and...

The small wheels of Piero and Anton’s suitcases rattle against the pavement. The sound rips through the silence enveloping Carrer Gran de Sant Andreu, while the sun beats down on...

Recently, perspectives on post-work have gained attention, whether due to the anxiety of losing jobs or the optimism surrounding reduced working hours enabled by artificial...

Sarah Whiting is a leading figure in contemporary architecture. Her career brings together professional practice, teaching and criticism, with an interdisciplinary approach and a...

Repeated exposure to noise is considered a major public health issue due to its effects on people’s health and well-being. Consequently, it is becoming a growing concern. As a physical...
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