TED Talks
Paul Romer: The world's first charter city?
Back in 2009, Paul Romer unveiled the idea for a "charter city" -- a new kind of city with rules that favor democracy and trade. This year, at TED2011, he tells the story of how such a city might just happen in Honduras ... with a little...
TED Talks
Iwan Baan: Ingenious homes in unexpected places
In the center of Caracas, Venezuela, stands the 45-story "Tower of David," an unfinished, abandoned skyscraper. But about eight years ago, people started moving in. Photographer Iwan Baan shows how people build homes in unlikely places,...
Curated Video
Building an Eco-Friendly House and Community Living
This video details the challenges and compromises of building an eco-friendly house while staying within budget, and the unique aspects of co-housing that foster community living and sustainability. Building Tomorrow episode 6, part 7
Curated Video
Architectural Design for a Natural Feel and Thermal Efficiency
In designing a sustainable building, Luciano Pia prioritized minimizing resource usage. He used untreated materials like Corten steel and larch wood, allowing them to develop a natural patina over time. The "25 Verde" building features...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Bryan Caplan - Build, Baby, Build: The Science and Ethics of Housing Regulation
Bryan Caplan, a professor of Economics at George Mason University, presents "Build Baby Build: The Science and Ethics of Housing Regulation." Caplan's book delves into the complex world of housing regulations, offering a fresh...
Curated Video
Princesse de Lamballe part 3: a Loyal Friend During the French Revolution
As the French Revolution intensified, Marie Therese, the Princess de Lamballe, remained loyal to the Royal family. Learn how she attempted to protect them from various attacks on the Tuileries Palace and to retain loyal courtiers around...
60 Second Histories
Living in a Roman town
This short video explores what the streets of Rome looked like, what kind of buildings there were such as the forum and basilica and why there were so many takeaways.
Curated Video
A1 English Listening Practice - Homes
This video serves as English listening comprehension practice for beginner students. In this video, a native English speaker talks slowly and clearly about the topic of homes. The subtitles are included at the bottom of the screen to...
Curated Video
Figma for UIUX Master Web Design in Figma - Case Studies: The Client's Needs
This is the case study video on different aspects of the client's needs. This clip is from the chapter "The Second Key to Great Web Design" of the series "Figma for UI/UX: Master Web Design in Figma".This section focuses on the second...
Step Back History
New World Technology Before Columbus
What kinds of technology did the pre-columbian of the Americas master? Stay tuned to find out about the great constructions of the original people on this land.
Bloomberg
Top Calls: Truist Adjusts View on Apartment REITs
Michael Lewis, Trust Securities Managing Director for REIT Equity Research, joins Katie Greifeld and Vonnie Quinn to discuss the big movers on the back of analyst recommendations on Bloomberg Markets: The Close.
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Bridgeman Arts
Saddar District, Karachi 1
The historic district of Saddar, with its shops and restaurants, is a vital part of Karachi's commercial hub. Colour corrected
Bloomberg
Real Estate Is Hot in Cities, But Not in NYC or San Francisco
Feb.09 -- The pandemic is killing cities forcing people to flee cities for the suburbs. But beyond pricey New York and San Francisco, real estate demand is booming in downtowns across America. Alix Steel reports.
Bloomberg
Sam Zell Sees Surge in Supply of NYC Real Estate
Feb.22 -- Sam Zell, founder and chairman at Equity Group Investments, discusses opportunities in the New York real estate market. He speaks on "Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas."
Bloomberg
Luxury Apartments Where the Berlin Wall Once Stood
Nov. 7 -- As Berlin marks the 25th anniversary of the fall of the wall, it's no longer a bargain city when it comes to real estate. Bloomberg's Hans Nichols looks at the luxury apartments along the line where the wall once stood.
Curated Video
Report reveals laundering through Dubai property market
LEADIN:
A new report describes Dubai's real-estate market as a haven for war profiteers, terror financiers and drug traffickers sanctioned by the US in recent years.
The report released Tuesday identifies...
Bridgeman Arts
Swimming pools and canals. Sweden, 1960s
Clip 7 from the 1960s documentary 'Vikings D'hier et D'Aujourd'hui' (Vikings Yesterday and Today) from Sweden. Scenes of children playing and swimming in the public pools. Children mow the lawn outside an apartment complex. Exterior...
Bloomberg
Scholz Says Germany Needs Fair Regulation for Rents
May.25 -- SPD Chancellor Candidate Olaf Scholz called for a "fair regulation" for tenants, in response to the news that German property company Vonovia has agreed to buy competitor Deutsche Wohnen. Scholz, who is Germany's Finance...
Bridgeman Arts
Living at Thamesmead, 1973, part 14 - Couple walk around the estate and visit the information centre
Clip 14 from the 1973 film Living at Thamesmead, a semi-fictional account of a couple who live in the Thamesmead estate, created by the Greater London Council to promote the estate. In this clip, a young teenage couple walk around the...
Bloomberg
China’s Property Sector Faces Cash Crunch
Feb.23 -- China’s debt-laden property developers are facing a cash crunch as the coronavirus outbreak brings the real estate market to its knees. The ramification are potentially huge for the overall economy, with the property sector...
Curated Video
Spanish ghost towns grow from real estate crash
HEADLINE: Spanish ghost towns grow from real estate crash
CAPTION: Empty apartment blocks are haunting Spain as grim monuments to its colossal real estate crash. One man in the industry predicts some ghost towns may get knocked down. (16...
Bridgeman Arts
Capital County, 1950, part 11 - Council elections, vote counting, housing committees, and future planning
Clip 11 of a film called Capital County, exploring the work of the London County Council (LCC) and the development and administration of London in 1950. The film presents council services seen through the eyes of an ordinary citizen of...
Bloomberg
Redrow Has Set Pretty Stretching Targets, CEO Says
Sep.05 -- John Tutte, chief executive officer at Redrow, discusses the company's full-year earnings, the help to buy scheme, the skill shortage in the industry and lease holds in the U.K. property market. He speaks on "Bloomberg Markets:...