Why shiny glass towers are bad for city life

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June 6, 2017 Today's TED Talk Why shiny glass towers are bad for city life 12:39 minutes · TEDNYC There's a creepy transformation taking over our cities, says architecture critic Justin Davidson. From Houston, Texas to Guangzhou, China, shiny towers of concrete and steel covered with glass are cropping up like an invasive species. Rethink your city's anatomy as Davidson explains how the exteriors of building shape the urban experience -- and what we lose when architects stop using the full range of available materials. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Our future in cities Humanity's future is the future of cities. Explore the crowded favelas, greened-up blocks and futuristic districts that could shape the future of cities -- and take a profane, hilarious side trip to the suburbs. Watch » 17 talks · Total run time 4:20:01 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM Can trees heal people? The establishment of dozens of "healing forests" is part of South Korea's surprising prescription to improve its citizens' health and wellbeing. Journalist Florence Williams takes a walk in the woods to learn more about this intriguing approach to public health. Read more »   Download the TED app

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