In this episode of No Stone Unturned, Charlotte de Mos talks with Eva James, urban designer and founder of Bureau James, and Elise Moeskops, member of the Amsterdam City Council. Together, they explore how gender shapes our experience of the city and how most urban spaces are still designed with the male perspective as default.

From teenage girls who avoid parks, to building regulations that overlook the needs of women, the gender data gap runs deep. But by designing with inclusion in mind, we can create safer, more functional, and more welcoming environments for everyone. They discuss what gender-aware urban planning looks like, why better data is essential, and how inclusive design strengthens not only social outcomes but also real estate value.

Discover how a more inclusive built environment starts with better questions and a willingness to challenge “neutral” design.