Name: Brilliant designs to fit more people in every city
Uploaded: 2012-09-09T14:07:08Z
Duration: 16 min 23 s
Description: How can we fit more people into cities without overcrowding? Kent Larson shows off folding cars, quick-change apartments and other innovations that could make the city of the future work a lot like a small village of the past.

How can we fit more people into cities without overcrowding? Kent Larson shows off folding cars, quick-change apartments and other innovations that could make the city of the future work a lot like a small village of the past.

Brilliant designs to fit more people in every city

Urban growth is exploding, with hundreds of millions moving to cities and demanding both opportunity and quality of life. Today’s sprawling, car-centric models are straining resources and livability, while cities like Paris show that compact, walkable neighborhoods offer resilience and connection. By reimagining infrastructure—think folding cars, adaptable apartments, and shared mobility—cities can become more human-centered without sacrificing efficiency. New technology enables smaller living spaces to feel twice as large and supports flexible, sustainable lifestyles for diverse populations.

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Kent Larson: Brilliant designs to fit more people in every city