SHAPING TOMORROW′S CITIES, TODAY
Welcome to the Network Of City Innovators.
Join us in shaping inspiring cities and a thriving future.
WHO WE ARE
The Network of City Innovators is a non-profit organization, committed to nurturing collaboration among multidisciplinary urban development experts and to providing dialogue between those who design cities and those who live in them.
Our vibrant and diverse community includes consultants, specialists, researchers, institutions, artists, and more from the GCC region and beyond.
OUR MISSION
We aim to gather voices and expertise to partake in enlightening discussions on intricate urban, social, and environmental topics.
We believe in the power of collective intelligence to co-develop innovative ideas and reflections that contribute to the public good and create lasting value for our communities.
OUR IDEAL CITIES ARE
RESILIENT
We advocate for sustainable urban environments that prioritize resilience and environmental protection.
Our focus is on exploring innovative strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change while ensuring environmental justice.
LIVABLE
Our goal is on prioritizing community quality of life, supporting a thriving economy, and inspiring cities to transform into cultural hubs.
DESIRABLE
Our approach emphasizes the unique character of each area through innovative and specific language.
URBAN FUTURE.
Enabler of Sustainable Cities.
OUR METHOD
We facilitate occasions where individuals from diverse backgrounds converge united by a common aspiration to shape cities that are resilient, livable, and desirable.
By bringing together local communities and expertise across environmental, urban, social, cultural, and technical domains, the Network fosters interdisciplinary discussions that transcend traditional boundaries.
It serves as a dynamic, experimental platform that actively bridges the gap between local needs and global research and innovation.
OUR TOOLS
OUR GOALS
Contribute to urban research and dialogue
Enhance community quality of life
Raise awareness of social, cultural,
and environmental issues
UPCOMING EVENT
City Walk is a networking event that promotes innovation and collaboration through a real-life walk across specific urban themes.
Acting as a mobile think tank and research laboratory, it addresses real-world challenges through direct contact between people and urban designers, influencing decision-making.
UPCOMING EVENT
City Talk is intended to be a recurring platform for urban innovators to meet and exchange ideas. After an individual presentation, guests are invited to a roundtable to discuss complex urban topics, thus fostering new connections of thought. City Talk aims to unveil new talents and ideas, leading to unexplored territories.
“In the network, we’re all about sparking real talk about our cities and how they roll. We’re diving deep into urban challenges, mixing personal vibes in a new way that grips like never before.”
Michael PATTE
THEY ALREADY WALKED WITH US
4Architects Engineering Consulting
AECOM
AFA
Al Yamamah University
Arab Urban Development Institute
Bawtaqah Foundation
Bödeker Partners
DEWAN
Diriyah Gate
Foster + Partners
Green Riyadh
ICON
KP Architects
King Saud University
Mott Macdonald
Namaa Map for Engineering
Omrania & Associates
Qatar Green Leaders
Saudi downtown company
SOM
WSP
And much more to come…
Note that the Network does not represent any of these organizations in any way.
INTERESTED TO SUPPORT US?
If you want to support, sponsor, share ideas, or suggest places or topics, reach out to us.
Our network welcomes everyone – individuals, companies, organizations, and authorities.
Let’s shape the future together!