Adapt, Advance, Renew: Regenerating the Futures
Exploring how we can shape our cities to be circular, connected, and future-ready at our event at the neext European Talk in London together with our hosts Gensler and NowyStyl.
The topic “Financing the Future” addressed how cities can shift from cost to value by integrating health, culture, and sustainability into urban regeneration. The discussions emphasized that “if you don’t have people, your city doesn’t have a purpose.”
Voices from across sectors challenged the status quo:
"We design our cities for speed, not for longevity.”
“You can’t improve until you do it.”
“Learn. Adapt. Implement. Right order, but Europe needs to get faster.”
These discussions made one thing clear: to build cities that last, we must be ready to challenge resistance, rethink systems, and act boldly.
Key takeaways
- Regeneration is not just about buildings — it’s about people and purpose.
- Circularity and collaboration are key to resilience.
- Real change begins when we stop doing more of the same and start doing something different.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined and contributed to this inspiring exchange.
