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When Cities Were Built for Childhood

Long before 15-minute cities and child-friendly urban design entered the planning lexicon, ‘The Red Balloon’ captured a time when children could explore, play, and belong safely.

August 27, 2026

By Ezra Haber Glenn, AICP

Long before 15-minute cities and child-friendly urban design entered the planning lexicon, ‘The Red Balloon’ captured a time when children could explore, play, and belong safely.

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