Jacob van Rijs will be one of the guides at the Summer School in Amsterdam, which will take place from 5th - 20th July 2014. Applications can still be send in and scholarships are also still available.

Thinking City-The Dynamics of Making Amsterdam

As a city with an extensive history of planning, a highly appreciated quality of living and a wide range of innovative developments, Amsterdam will host this upcoming summer programme about city planning and city making.

Considering cities worldwide, one can conclude that a high-quality urban environment is often the result of a delicate balance between government control, market initiatives and citizens’ input. The Netherlands has a strong tradition in the field of architecture and urban planning, in which this balance is carefully maintained. An intricate structure of planning and participation tools and a strong culture of reflection has allowed for a continuous adaptation and refinement of its systems. In today’s rapidly urbanizing world, this knowledge and expertise can contribute to the development of cities and regions elsewhere. At the same time, the current state of planning and future planning tasks in the Netherlands raise questions. Questions this programme sets out to explore.

For detailed program tutors,speakers and extra scholarships,please visit website

> via summerschoolthinkingcity.org