North America

While a number of mega retail developers crashed and burned during the recession, some smaller developers have thrived.

A new study suggests that cities for which residents have a higher degree of emotional attachment and loyalty have greater levels of economic growth.

I'll have a Conditional Use Permit, on the rocks, with a twist...

The "go local" movement has proved so popular that it's become irresistible...for international mega-corporations.

A 42-storey condo building to be built in Toronto will include parking for nine car-share vehicles and 315 bicycles but no on-site parking spaces for residents’ private automobiles.

Forage SF promotes the idea of eating uncultivated food found growing naturally, and even sells boxes of "wild food." Reporter Tara Lohan joins a forager, or "freegan", as they collect goodies from the streets.

Consumer preference surveys indicate that total U.S. demand for large-lot, exurban housing will not increase, while demand for small-lot and attached housing in accessible, multi-modal locations will double during the next two decades.

LEED-certified buildings may be constructed with little energy, but some are just as energy-intensive as non "green" buildings once they're in use. This disconnect is prompting the U.S. Green Building Council to change its rules.