UrbanRenewal - Namaste Headlines

Shanghai Waves Goodbye to Chamber Pots in Urban Makeover

My News2025-11-2103 mins

Shanghai’s latest urban renewal kicks chamber pots to the curb, bringing private baths, elevators, and green community spaces to historic neighborhoods.

Kai Tak Reloaded: From Runway to High-Tech Sports Park

My News2025-11-0803 mins

Discover how Kai Tak Sports Park transforms Hong Kong’s old airport into a high-tech National Games venue, blending engineering marvels, digital design, and Greater Bay Area unity.

Needlework-Style Makeover: How Beijing & Shanghai Are Reviving Urban Life

My News2025-11-0103 mins

Discover how Beijing and Shanghai on the Chinese mainland use micro-renewal and people-first design to transform old neighborhoods into vibrant, livable spaces.

Chinese Mainland’s Housing Boom: 11M Homes Upgraded in 5 Years

My News2025-10-1102 mins

Major upgrades in the Chinese mainland’s housing sector: 5B sqm of new homes sold, 11M units built/renovated & smart eco-friendly upgrades in 5 years.

Discover Chengdu’s Hidden Sports Gems on National Fitness Day

My News2025-08-0702 mins

Discover Chengdu’s hidden sports gems on National Fitness Day! From Jincheng Lake watersports to alley workouts, see how the city levels up for the 12th The World Games.

Old Bricks, New Vibes: Daji Alley’s Hutong Revival in Beijing

My News2025-08-0602 mins

Discover how Beijing’s Daji Alley transformed neglected hutong lanes into a buzzing hub of art shops and vintage signs—proof that urban makeovers can spark cultural vibes.