Architecture
New Design Guidelines Leave Room for Innovation
Drafters of the World Trade Center redevelopment design guidelines hope to entice creative architectural projects.
WTC Environmental Impact Statement Draws Fire
The draft environmental impact study is criticized for ignoring the cumulative impact on local residents.
The NAHB Builders Show: Reflections From Las Vegas
A report from the largest meeting of the suburban builder's industry, where new urbanism is just beginning to attract curiosity.
High Rise Living: A New Trend In Britain?
Work starts this week on the UK's tallest residential building -- a 47 story, high-rise glass tower in Manchester. Similar projects are planned in cities across Britain.
New School Construction as a Catalyst for Sprawl
Increasingly, school districts are building brand new schools on the outskirts of cities rather than renovating the structures they have.
Sidewalks vs. Streets
New York City officials debate plans for the World Trade Center redevelopment.
Building Sustainability At Ground Zero
Bruce Fowle on Ground Zero’s environmental opportunities; the chance to readdress the site’s density, to explore renewable power sources, and to utilize green roofs.
Christopher Alexander's 15 New Rules For Great Buildings
Three decades in the making, Christopher Alexander's ambitious new work spans four volumes and outlines fifteen properties that he "believes underlie beauty in art, nature, and great buildings."
Affordable Housing Gets A Museum Exhibit
The National Building Museum's new display spotlights developing housing for mixed income levels.
Housing Solution Could Be Down Toronto's Alleys
Rear lanes may prove to be an untapped resource in Toronto's plans to house a growing population.
Dan Kiley Dies At 91
Renowned landscape architect Daniel Urban Kiley passed away Feb. 21 at his home in Vermont
Glaring Concern Over Disney Concert Hall
New Los Angeles landmark is causing neighbors' temperatures to rise--literally.
Transforming Vacant Lots into Public Parks
Milwaukee neighborhoods are assessing 'green infrastructure' as method for economic development.
The City of 'Vertical Villages'
Hong Kong's 'hyper-urbanism' suggests the North American city as it might be.
The 'Cult of Vancouver' Spreads To San Francisco City-Builders
Are high-density, socially-mixed communities of tall, skinny towers on townhouse bases always the way to go?
Massive School Construction Project Squandering Opportunities
A $1.5 Billion school construction project could revitalize Cleveland and redefine urban schools.
How to Make History Turn Green
Restoration of Cambridge's city hall uses both old and new environmental practices.
Planners Want To Decorate Bridge With Giant Iguanas
A plan to revitalize northern Boca Raton includes decorating a bridge with towering green iguanas.
Eminent Domain For Public Gain - Part II
Local governments should protect the well-being of communities and plan for their long-term best interests.
Eminent Domain For Public Gain - Part I
Government's power of eminent domain should never be applied to private development.
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.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
Tyler Technologies
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
