Architecture
Putting The Humanity Back Into Habitats
Grants, contributions, a collaboration with the Institute for Classical Architecture & Classical America, open minds, and tight budgets are helping Habitat for Humanity raise its design standards.
Housing Designed To Last From 'Cradle-To-Cradle'
An international design competition based in Virginia has yielded the first 'cradle-to-cradle' housing, made of sustainable materials able to be used and reused with no loss of quality and limited environmental impact.
Developer Plans To Sue City Over Eminent Domain
Builders of a proposed multi-billion dollar redevelopment project in Riviera Beach, Florida are considering legal action against the state and city after being told that eminent domain will not be used to acquire properties for the project.
The Tallest Skyscraper in the West
Canadian energy giant EnCana and the City of Calgary hope that the corporation's new headquarters, scheduled for completion in 2011, will put Calgary on the "architectural map."
America's Largest Public Housing Project Passes Into History
Robert Taylor Homes, the largest in a wave of urban public housing projects built during the 1960s, has finally fallen victim to the wreaking ball as part of the Chicago Housing Authorities massive redevelopment plans.
House Dutiful
A Colorado home-builder reflects on his attempt to go green.
Starchitect Fantasies Come True In Astana, Kazakhstan
A 203-foot pyramid, designed by British architect Lord Foster, is only one example of over-the-top urban design in Kazakhstan's remote capital city.
Is Sustainability Coming To A Neighborhood Near You?
Doug Farr, widely known as a leader in the United States green building movement, is shifting his focus from single buildings to entire neighborhoods.
Chicago Mansions Killing Urban Character
Architecture critic Blair Kamin bemoans the misplaced opulence of the many mansions that have popped up in classic Chicago neighborhoods over the last couple of years.
I.M. Pei's Second Chance In China
The last, and only time I.M. Pei worked in his native China was in 1982 when he designed a Beijing luxury hotel. Disappointed in that work, Pei jumped at the chance to return to China once again to design the Suzhou Museum.
Can Good Design Lead to Better Health Care?
At a Phoenix hospital, thoughtful building design creates a healing environment for patients.
Global Civilization or Bust?
Science and technology gurus convened at Wired Magazine's NextFest forum in New York to share startling visions of life -- or not -- in the 22nd century.
The 'Katrina Cottage' For Sale At Lowes?
A model home here that gives Katrina's displaced an alternative to trailer living is starting to take the country by storm.
Using Google Maps As An Advocacy Tool
A community activist tracked the location of teardowns in her suburban neighborhood, bringing attention to the problem and eventually leading to a change in zoning to help prevent further demolitions.
Make No Small Buildings
Post 9/11, America is entering a bold new era of skyscraper construction.
California 'Coconut House' McMansion Wins AIA Award
Architectural award bestowed upon an eco-friendly California McMansion in a neighborhood of bungalows.
Smart Growth Threatens City's Character
Pasadena residents say new denser mixed-use development is threatening the character of the city.
America's Next Generation Of Public Spaces
A look at five new plans for public space in American cities highlights some of the best work in urban design.
A Smart Growth Olympics?
Chicago area boosters are touting their plan for a "compact games" as they bid for the 2016 Olympics.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
Heyer Gruel & Associates PA
JM Goldson LLC
Custer County Colorado
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Jefferson Parish Government
Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Claremont
