Vucity

24/09/2025

Planning departments are shrinking whilst demand for new homes is growing. How can councils deliver with fewer hands on deck?

Public Practice’s latest report shows a 73% drop in planned recruitment for local planning teams. With skills shortages in digital, data, and sustainability, planners risk being overwhelmed.

This is where smart technology can step in. Platforms like Vucity can give local authorities the tools to speed up assessments, test ideas faster, and collaborate more effectively, helping limited teams keep pace with housing and climate priorities.

👉 The planning system needs both people and tech and together, they can close the gap.

🔗 Full link to the piece in the comments.

02/09/2025

Last week we shared our latest Monthly VU, full of news, insights, and what’s next in the world of city planning and proptech.

👉 Make sure you don’t miss the next edition!
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☀️ Wrapping up August, gearing up for September… As summer winds down and the industry gears up for one of the busiest times of year, things are about to get even busier here at VU.CITY.

12/08/2025

Oxford Street is about to change forever. 🚶‍♀️🌳

Two design teams are about to start reimagining London’s most famous shopping street — with plans for wider pavements, more greenery, safer cycling routes, and large-scale pedestrianisation.

69% of Londoners back the plans, and the transformation could turn Oxford Street into one of the most welcoming and people-focused spaces in the city.

Our 3D flythrough shows Oxford Street exactly as it is today — the starting point before one of London’s most ambitious public realm projects begins.

What’s the ONE feature you’d add to make Oxford Street even better?

23/06/2025

Big congratulations to HTA Design for being named AJ100 Practice of the Year! 🏆👏
Their commitment to innovation in housing delivery and consistently creating high-quality homes and public spaces is making a real difference.

We're proud to work alongside forward-thinking practices like HTA Design.

Also, a huge well done to all the fantastic practices who made the shortlist this year:
✨ Architype
✨ Barr Gazetas
✨ Collective Architecture
✨ Foster + Partners
✨ Orms

19/06/2025

When we say coverage, we mean it.

🔹 3,000+ km² of geometry across the UK and beyond
🔹 The entire London – yes, every borough
🔹 Global modelling capability

Need it fast? We’ve got off-the-shelf models ready in as little as one working day.

📐 Built environment professionals: if you want accuracy, speed, and reach – let’s talk: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l57fc0

18/06/2025

We’re hiring! ⬇️

We’re shaping the future of proptech and looking for brilliant people to join us on the journey. Check out our careers page to see how you could be part of what’s next: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l4pqL0

11/06/2025

📽️ Soar over London Bridge at sunset — and imagine your development brought to life the same way.

Our flythrough animations help you visualise, pitch and promote your projects with cinematic impact. Whether you’re a developer, architect or asset manager, we turn vision into motion.

👉 Explore our flythrough service: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0kK9c40

09/06/2025

Did you know that we offer the most extensive 3D city model coverage in the UK?
✅ Over 3,000km² modelled
🌆 Full coverage of every London borough
🌍 We can model anywhere in the world

No one else comes close — our geometry leads the industry and powers better decisions for planners, architects and developers.

🎥 Watch the video to see it in action, then explore more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0kJ_PZ0

06/06/2025

We’ve just launched our 2025 Impact Report! 🎉

It’s packed with powerful results, standout stories, and a bold look at what’s next for the built environment.

From making better decisions to reducing risk and shaping future-ready cities — here’s how we're is creating real impact.

👉 Download the report today: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0kJSrq0

03/04/2025

Cities are more than skylines and infrastructure. They’re places where people live, connect, and build their futures. But how do we ensure they remain thriving, inclusive, and sustainable?

It starts with businesses making better choices. That’s why we’re proud to be a Certified B Corporation, joining a global movement of organisations committed to shaping a better world.

📢 Here’s what that means:
✅ We prioritise people over profit
✅ We ensure our work contributes to more liveable, resilient cities
✅ We’re building a future where every community has a say in their environment

The best cities are built for people, not just businesses—and that’s exactly what we’re working towards. 💡🏙️ Find out more here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0hVmqp0

At VU.CITY, we believe in the power of technology to create better, more sustainable cities. That’s why we’ve joined the global B Corp movement—a collective of businesses committed to balancing profit with purpose.