Architecture
New York, Observed
Sam Hall Kaplan of KCRW discusses the New York rebuidling process on City Observed.
From Jewish Street To Public Square
The evolution of American suburbs into places with a "naked public square" is partly a result of the post-WWII move of Jews from cities to suburbs.
Terrorism And Infrastructure Planning
Terrorism is a permanent condition that should be factored into the design of the nation's infrastructure.
Towns Conserve American Character
Many US towns are now taking steps to restore some of their unique local color.
The Ugliest Building In New York
The new New York Westin designed by Miami-based firm Arquitectonica goes beyond the bounds of taste.
Architecture On The Solar Frontier
Innovative ideas at architecture contest prove that using alternate energy does not have to mean altering your lifestyle.
Something Vs. Nothing
A debate over redevelopment at Ground Zero focuses on memory, mourning, monuments, and the role of architecture.
The Lofty Appeal Of New 'Lofts'
Newly built 'lofts' that were never used for industrial uses are commanding premium prices.
Rebuilding Lower Manhattan: Residents Oppose Tunnel
Residents of Battery Park oppose a West Street tunnel fearing that it will isolate the neighborhood.
South Florida Welcomes New Urbanism
The South Florida development community is betting that the type of New Urbanism that has found success in Phoenix and San Diego will also work in Miami.
Students Compete In 'Solar Decathlon'
Students compete in a contest run by the Dept. of Energy to design homes that do not use any electricty.
Six Design Teams For WTC Site Selected
The six teams selected to design the redevelopment at the site of the World Trade Center include firms from Berlin, London, Amsterdam and Tokyo. Richard Meier, Peter Eisenman, SOM, Santiago Calatrava, and others are on the list.
Computer Analysis Unlocks Secrets Of 'Perfect Garden'
Researchers say they have found out the secret behind the design of the famous Ryoanji Temple in Kyoto, Japan.
An Innovative Urban Forest Water Management Project
Southern California's TreePeople leads the charge for using trees as water management tools.
Seven Visionary Plans For Ground Zero
New York Metro presents seven architectural visionaries, and their plans for Ground Zero.
What's Happening To Architecture?
Hugh Pearman write about what should win architecture's Stirling Prize, but probably won't.
Many New Skyscrapers Planned
Despite suggestions that 9/11 would see the end of the skyscraper as a building type, many new towers are planned.
Cities And Architects
Lucein Steil mounts a passionate defence of the traditional city in this, thesecond INTBAU Essay.
The Worst And Best Streets In The U.K
The Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment searches for the worst and best streets in the U.K.
Making The Most Of Cities
Minneapolis-based planner and architect Steve Belmont discusses his new book, Cities In Full, on Smart City Radio.
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.
planning NEXT
Appalachian Highlands Housing Partners
Mpact (founded as Rail~Volution)
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
City of Portland
City of Laramie
