The living city

Biological metaphors for the city abound in daily use – you may live close to an “arterial” road or in the “heart” of a metropolis – and the use of such metaphors indicates an underlying naturalism in our thinking about the city.

Is it time to think about ‘organic indoor air’?

Rising public concern towards exposure to toxins and pollutants have led researchers to consider our indoor environment. Environmental scientist Marco Amati explains the important role indoor plants can play in eliminating harmful toxins from these areas.