Peak Population?

"When will our global population peak? And how can we minimize our impact on Earth’s resources, even as we approach 11 billion?"

Sprawl vs. density

"This combination of faster population growth in outlying areas and bigger price increases in cities points to limited housing supply as a curb on urban growth, pushing people out to the suburbs. It’s a reminder that where people live reflects not only what they want — but also what’s available and what it costs."



"A few large metro areas did, in fact, become more urban between 2010 and 2016. "



from: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/22/upshot/seattle-climbs-but-austin-sprawls-the-myth-of-the-return-to-cities.html

Parks and the elderly

"Despite urban planners' best efforts to accommodate this demographic phenomenon, many public spaces like parks are currently lacking age-friendly infrastructure. This means that seniors miss out on the physical and social benefits that parks can provide."



"Creating inclusive spaces for all age groups requires an understanding of the different needs that elderly people may have compared with the typical target demographic of a park: children and/or families. One easy solution to making a park more suitable for aging individuals is to provide plenty of seating options, not only within the park, but also en route to the park. Unlike younger children who can sit on the grass (or spend most of their time running around), elderly people need spots where they can sit and easily get up from. When choosing seating arrangements, consider a variety of seats that can accommodate small and large groups, let an individual sit alone, provide conversational opportunities, and lastly be moveable."

from: https://www.strongtowns.org/journal/2017/3/23/are-parks-alienating-the-aging-population

How do we build a place which works for all?

"Globally, the United Nations estimates that the number of humans populating the planet in 2100 will range from as few as 6.2 billion—almost a billion less than today—to as many as 15.8 billion on the high end."

from: http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/human-overpopulation-still-an-issue-of-concern/

Population densities

In the same vain as this post, have a look at these maps for Australia and Europe.

First, Australia:



"The 3 areas in blue above, contain roughly 50% of Australia’s population, which means that the area in white contains the other 50%."

from: http://brilliantmaps.com/50-50-oz/

and Europe:





"As difficult as it is to believe, the black and blue areas above, each have exactly the same number of people living in the them."

from: http://brilliantmaps.com/european-population-density/