This 9 page PDF document accompanies one requested by CADS (the advice board of sustainability for Catalunya, Spain) from EIG (eco intelligent growth) is a guide for the development of sustainable communities, taking Barcelona as its case study.

The paper outlines our vision on housing, neighbourhoods and public spaces, with the intention of proposing a new urban concept, through the Cradle to Cradle perspective.

From the building and the block to the city and the bio-region, we suggested different solutions to reduce energetic demand of buildings, closed loops inspired by natural systems, and proposed seven practical steps for improving many aspects of Barcelona city.

The main document will be partof an upcoming CADS publication.

Further infos and discussions about these ideas are found at

Its a Funny Old World: Towards a healthier, happier, eco-effective Barcelona

Global Eco Forum: Towards a healthier, happier, eco-effective Barcelona