Pedestrian bridges and infrastructures that connect public spaces, and other stories

For PropertyGuru’s news roundup, bridges and elevated structures enhance the quality of cities by connecting spaces and reducing distances. In other headlines, Indonesia and Japan have committed to tackling global challenges such as climate change, waste management, and conservation efforts to support environmental sustainability. And lastly, here’s a simple checklist to help residents in India keep their homes in good shape all year.

Pedestrian infrastructure: 15 Bridges connecting public spaces and transforming cities

There is growing awareness of the importance of developing pedestrian infrastructure. Bridges and elevated structures enhance the quality of cities by connecting spaces and reducing distances. Their use benefits pedestrians and the thousands of cyclists seeking a more sustainable mode of transportation.

Pedestrian infrastructures, such as bridges, walkways, and widened sidewalks, not only promote sustainable mobility but also contribute to the revitalization of urban areas. Their design can transform underused spaces into active, safe, and accessible places for everyone, enhancing social cohesion and fostering community. By incorporating elements such as greenery, smart lighting, and urban furniture, these structures become more than just thoroughfares: they transform into meeting points and spaces for social interaction.

ArchDaily presents 15 pedestrian and cyclist bridges that serve as connectors and stand out as high-quality public spaces.

Indonesia, Japan collaborate in tackling climate change, waste management

Indonesia and Japan have committed to cooperate in tackling global challenges such as climate change, waste management, and conservation efforts to support environmental sustainability, Indonesian Environment and Forestry Minister Siti Nurbaya Bakar said following a recent meeting with her Japanese counterpart Yagi Tetsuya.

The minister said those areas of cooperation are in line with Indonesia’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and achieve the targets set in its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) document. A working team at the ministry is supporting the acceleration of cooperation between Indonesia and Japan on climate and carbon, she noted in VietnamPlus.

Home maintenance checklist for every season in India

For Indians, taking care of your home is important all year round. Housing.com offers a simple checklist for each season to help you keep your home in good shape all year. This checklist helps you remember what to do each season to keep everything working well. It includes checking things like your heating in the winter and your air conditioning in the summer.

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