# Evolution of urban planning and design models > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/evolution-of-urban-planning-and-design-models > Updated: 2026-08-30T23:55:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Discussions regarding urban planning have evolved from evaluating existing structural instruments to proposing specialized models for inclusivity and accessibility. In Portugal, experts Manuel Salgado and Vítor Campos examined the effectiveness of current design tools, such as Municipal Director Plans, noting that while they define essential structures like ecological corridors and heritage preservation, they may not support the creative aspects of city design. They also highlighted housing and climate change as critical urban challenges. Subsequent developments have introduced more specific human-centric models. In Argentina, urbanists Álvaro García Resta and Lucía Bellocchio proposed the ‘Ciudades Azules’ (Blue Cities) concept, which seeks to redesign urban environments to accommodate neurodivergent individuals by reducing sensory barriers. Meanwhile, in Spain, Carlos Moreno has promoted the ‘15-minute city’ model, which aims to provide residents with essential services within a short walk or bike ride to reduce congestion and urban stress. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-30: Urban planners introduce new models for inclusive and accessible cities Urbanists are promoting new city models through recent books: ‘Ciudades Azules’ focuses on inclusive design for people with autism, while Carlos Moreno explores the ‘15-minute city’ concept to reduce urban life 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/urban-planners-introduce-new-models-for-inclusive-and-accessible-cities ### 2026-08-20: Urban planning experts discuss the design of future cities Architects Manuel Salgado and Vítor Campos discuss the evolution of urban planning, the effectiveness of current design instruments, and challenges like housing and climate change. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/urban-planning-experts-discuss-the-design-of-future-cities --- Cite as: Evolution of urban planning and design models. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/evolution-of-urban-planning-and-design-models