New Cities Atlas

Red Sea Coast

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast is a focal point for new city developments aimed at diversifying the economy, expanding tourism, and creating sustainable urban hubs. Projects like NEOM and the Red Sea Project are designed to leverage the region’s natural beauty, strategic location, and renewable energy potential. NEOM, a $500 billion futuristic megacity, includes The Line, Oxagon, and Trojena, while the Red Sea Project is a luxury tourism initiative focusing on eco-friendly resorts, coral reef conservation, and sustainable infrastructure. These developments align with Vision 2030, seeking to attract global investment and position Saudi Arabia as a leader in high-tech, carbon-neutral urbanism. However, they face challenges in scalability, infrastructure development, and long-term economic viability.

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Suzhou Industrial Park

Suzhou Industrial Park

Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), located in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China, is a large-scale industrial and economic development zone established in 1994 as a collaboration between China and Singapore. Designed to foster high-tech industries, advanced manufacturing, and foreign investment, SIP covers 288 square kilometers and is home to a wide range

Ciudad Evita

Ciudad Evita

Ciudad Evita is a planned city located in the Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, designed to provide affordable housing and improve living conditions for working-class families. Founded in 1949 by the Evita Foundation, it was named after Eva Perón, the beloved First Lady of Argentina. The city was originally conceived as

Yizhuang

Yizhuang

Yizhuang is a planned urban district in the southeast of Beijing, China, developed as part of the city's efforts to manage its rapid urban growth and decentralize industrial activities. Originally an agricultural area, Yizhuang has transformed into a high-tech industrial zone focused on biotechnology, IT, and manufacturing. It

Tapiola

Tapiola

Tapiola, located in Espoo, Finland, is one of the country’s most notable planned towns. Developed in the 1950s by architects and urban planners, it was designed to combine modern living with nature, green spaces, and community-oriented design. Known for its low-rise, car-free environment, Tapiola features residential neighborhoods, commercial areas,