Architecture
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.
SmartCode: A Replacement For Zoning
"Cadre of experts" mounts an attack on zoning regulations that drive sprawl.
Easy Does It In New Orleans
Sydney Besthoff tells his story in a subdued version of his city's jambalaya idiom, the argot used by affluent New Orleans natives as they recount any event worth comment.
'Starchitecture' Shines On University Campuses
Big name architectural firms are increasingly developing projects on campuses.
Alterations Of Jefferson's Virginia Capitol Stir Debate
A plan by the state of Virginia to renovate the State Capitol building, designed by Thomas Jefferson, is causing disagreement over the design.
The World's Largest Design Competition
Submissions poured in from 63 countries in what became known as the world's largest design competition. This virtual exhibit showcases all 5201 entries to the WTC Site Memorial design competition.
New Housing New York Competition Winners
Inspiring designs for affordable, sustainable housing on view through March at NYC's Center for Architecture.
Height Limits May Improve Urban Fabric
How have D.C.’s height limits influenced its urban design?
Lights, Camera, Design, Action!
A behind the scenes look at a TV makeover program featuring the made-for-TV revitalization of an entire town.
Hasidim and Artisten, Coexisting Uneasily in Williamsburg
Gentrification creeps into Satmar territory in Brooklyn, spawning protest and prayer.
Building Up Means Blocking Out Views
Missoula deals with the loss of views and vistas in the face of increased density.
Low Impact Homes Search For A Home in The Welsh Countryside
A cause celebre of the Welsh sustainable living movement is tired of fighting the planners.
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
