Our research

Our multidisciplinary team employs advanced tools such as data science, AI, spatial analysis, and geostatistics, integrated with insights from architecture, planning, economics, environmental science, and public health.

Urban Mobility and Walkability

Investigating how urban design and transportation systems influence pedestrian movement and accessibility, aiming to create more walkable and connected cities.

Housing Markets and Affordability

Analysing housing market dynamics to inform policies that promote affordable and equitable housing solutions.

Retail Geography and Consumer Behaviour

Studying the spatial distribution of retail spaces and consumer interactions to optimise urban commercial environments.

Environmental Sustainability and Green Infrastructure

Assessing the impact of green spaces and sustainable infrastructure on urban resilience and quality of life.

Comparative Study of Walkability in High-Density Hong Kong and Low-Density Auckland

This project examines the accessibility and walkability of two contrasting urban environments, providing insights into urban planning and design strategies.

Retail Rings of Influence: Rethinking Retail Catchment Analysis

A study that re-evaluates traditional retail catchment models by incorporating purchasing power and consumer behavior analytics.

Measuring spatial inequality of urban park accessibility and utilisation: A case study of public housing developments in Auckland, New Zealand

Highlights:

• We created four new metrics to better understand how people utilise green spaces.
• New utilisation metrics are easily reproducible and can be applied to other case study locations and population groups.
• People who live in Auckland’s Public housing areas have access to fewer and generally smaller parks.
• People who live in Auckland’s areas with no public housing use parks closer to home.

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Our research findings are disseminated through peer-reviewed journals, industry reports, and conferences. We actively engage with stakeholders to translate our research into practical applications that address real-world urban challenges.