4th International Urban Design Conference, 22-23 September 2011, Gold Coast

The theme for the 4th International Urban Design Conference is Resilience in Urban Design. Resilient Cities will need to endorse density and diversity in building types, and public spaces. They will be walkable communities that also support the innovative use of public transport. Resilient Cities protect their natural resources while managing the impacts of climate change. In many cases community living needs could be in walking distance. Transport, construction infrastructure, industry and communications systems will need to become more energy efficient, and reduce their environmental footprint. Resilient Cities will increase the use local produce; they will require the active participation of community groups, business and governments.