Are you obsessed with progressive urbanism? Then, check out Michael Sorkin's Urban Research (UR) Books, the imprint of Terreform, is a series of books examining the world’s cities. Understanding that no single approach is adequate to the promise and problems of the urban, UR publishes a wide range of designs and analyses.

We know, its summer, hot and lazy days are waiting for us, but don't be unconcerned with the world that we are shaping so Terreform passionately suggests that ''that time to get outside and enjoy the weather. Take a book (or two) to the park or beach. Discuss of Olympic urbanism over wine, or debate the politics and implications of zoning and segregation with friends and strangers. Or, why not do both? Check out Urban Research's upcoming books below!

Occupy All Streets: analyzes the implications of various mega-projects that inform the comprehensive transformation of Rio de Janeiro as influenced by 2016 Olympic Games. The essays tell the story of how changes to the cityscape have kindled Rio’s citizens’ hopes and aspirations for their “right to the future,” and also chronicle the ways they have contested the futures being imposed on them. Anticipating the city yet to come, these essays also point to the potential for activism and protest to transform the Olympic legacy into different futures. Editors: Bruno Carvalho, Mariana Cavalcanti and Vyjayanthi Rao Venuturupalli.

Gentrification and displacement of low-income communities of color are significant issues in New York City and the city’s zoning policies are a major cause. Race matters but the city ignores it when shaping land use and housing policies. The city promises “affordable housing” that is not truly affordable. Zoned Out! shows how this has played in Williamsburg, Harlem and Chinatown, neighborhoods facing massive displacement of people of color. It looks at ways the city can address inequalities, promote authentic community-based planning and develop housing in the public domain. Editors: Tom Angotti and Sylvia Morse.

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