The soul of a city lives in the spirit of its people.
Every Dollar you spend makes a Difference.
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This principle underscores the long term economic benefits of investing in local businesses. When consumers choose to spend their money at locally owned establishments, a significantly larger portion of that money remains within the community. This retained wealth circulates, creating a multiplier effect that strengthens the local economy, supports job growth, and enhances the overall quality of life. By prioritizing local spending, communities can build a more resilient and self-sufficient economic foundation.
WHO ARE WE
A Think Tank For Civic Life
MODA Vi is an applied research think tank dedicated to city revitalization. We design AI tools, civic programs, and infrastructure that help independent businesses and city residents thrive. Our work is grounded in data, design, and real world field testing built around what cities actually need, and what makes them beautiful.
Collaborative Innovation
Our diverse team of researchers, designers, and policy experts work together to create data driven solutions for urban challenges.
Modern Workspace
Our open, collaborative environment fosters creativity and innovation, designed to support both focused work and team collaboration.
Urban Planning Excellence
We leverage cutting edge AI and data analytics to help cities make informed decisions about infrastructure, economic development, and community growth.
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Research & Analysis
Deep research and field testing drive our evidence based approach to solving real urban challenges.
Urban Inspiration
We highlight buildings, streets, and infrastructure that make a city worth living in through human centered design, sustainable materials, and enduring beauty.
CopenHill, Copenhagen, Architect: Bjarke Ingels Group
CopenHill redefines infrastructural potential by integrating a waste to energy plant with public recreation. The sloped roof doubles as an urban mountain featuring hiking trails, a ski slope, and climbing walls while the building itself houses a state of the art energy facility. Rather than concealing heavy infrastructure, the project exposes and elevates it, turning utility into civic amenity. It is a model of programmatic layering, proving that essential systems can also enhance spatial experience and urban identity.
CopenHill, Copenhagen, Architect: Bjarke Ingels Group
CopenHill redefines infrastructural potential by integrating a waste to energy plant with public recreation. The sloped roof doubles as an urban mountain featuring hiking trails, a ski slope, and climbing walls while the building itself houses a state of the art energy facility. Rather than concealing heavy infrastructure, the project exposes and elevates it, turning utility into civic amenity. It is a model of programmatic layering, proving that essential systems can also enhance spatial experience and urban identity.
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Explore our comprehensive network of civic institutions and community partnerships that drive urban innovation and democratic engagement.
Nobel Prize Recognition
The 2019 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences recognized groundbreaking experimental approaches to alleviating global poverty, aligning with our urban development mission.
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Dive into our cutting-edge research on urban economics, civic engagement, and data-driven policy solutions that are shaping the future of cities worldwide.
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We're always looking for new partnerships and opportunities to advance urban innovation. Whether you're a city official, researcher, or community leader, we'd love to hear from you.