It is no secret that gender issues permeate our entire social and systemic organization, directly reflecting the duality of "feminine and masculine roles" and their mechanisms of gender oppression. Architecture and urbanism are no exception. Over the centuries, cities and their buildings have been maintained and transformed to prioritize the demands of a very specific user profile. This structure obviously overlooks other identities and forms of appropriation—namely, actual demand in all its diversity of social class, gender, race, age, and sexual orientation. These plans and designs are disguised under a "neutral" conception, yet they actually reproduce the perspective of a middle-class white man.
Over time, this controversial urban and architectural structure has gained visibility, sparking fundamental discussions about gender perspectives within these disciplines and the equitable appropriation of cities. Consequently, authors, projects, and studies have emerged to support shifts in both thought and action. Given the complexity and, above all, the urgency of the subject, ArchDaily has over the years produced and published various articles that range from practical examples of incorporating a gender perspective in architecture and urbanism to theoretical frameworks and historical milestones.
Below, we have compiled a selection of articles that can serve as a foundation for a deeper understanding of the topic:
