Life-Sized City | KCET
Life-Sized City
At the heart of every city is its citizens. Our perception of cities is slowly changing from a model of mathematical engineering to a human habitat where urban spaces have the potential to be healthy, attractive, interesting and efficient. In this six-part series, urban design expert Mikael Colville-Andersen explores the anatomy and vibrancy of the modern metropolis, highlighting pockets of life-sized goodness in cities around the world.
Full Episodes
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Life-Sized City
Life-Sized City
Paris
Beyond the clichés of the Eiffel Tower, there is another Paris — one of solidarity, wittiness, and repurposing public space.
Clips & Segments
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Life-Sized City
In this six-part series, urban design expert Mikael Colville-Andersen explores the anatomy and vibrancy of the modern metropolis, highlighting pockets of life-sized goodness in cities around the world.
Upcoming Airdates
Paris
Beyond the clichés of the Eiffel Tower, there is another Paris — one of solidarity, wittiness, and repurposing public space.
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2020-04-03T21:00:00-07:00KCETLINK
Bangkok
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2020-04-08T13:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-08T17:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-10T21:00:00-07:00KCETLINK
Tel-Aviv
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2020-04-15T13:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-15T17:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-16T07:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-17T21:00:00-07:00KCETLINK
Tokyo
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2020-04-22T13:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-22T17:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-23T07:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-24T21:00:00-07:00KCETLINK
Cape Town
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2020-04-29T13:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-29T17:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-04-30T07:00:00-07:00KCET-HD
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2020-05-01T21:00:00-07:00KCETLINK
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