Architecture
Architectural Monuments: What Message?
What do architectural monuments say about their owners? Are they required to light fires in the human mind?
When Billboards Go Too Far
A new electronic billboard in New York's Herald Square promoting a tech company causes audible gasps from New Yorkers.
What Makes A City Great?
National Public Radio's Morning Edition exmaines what makes a city unique.
A City Tour -- Through Time
The Atlantic Monthly takes the reader on a tour of the idealized city to capture the essence of the City.
Nine Affordable Housing Projects Win Awards
Nine U.S. housing projects, built by public and private partnerships, received HUD awards for innovative design in affordable housing.
Urban Planning Has Lessons For Business
The bustling urban streets of New York in the 1960s could be a template for the modern office and workplace.
A Building Renaissance In Downtown LA
There will be a new school built on Grand Avenue. It will hold its own with the new cathedral and Disney Hall.
Should 'Monster Homes' Be Banned?
While residents complain about huge houses on tiny lots, planning agencies hesitate to take action. Why?
New Urbanism In Minnesota
Housing developments in St. Paul and Minneapolis take the New Urbanism approach.
Urban Goes Suburban In Anaheim
Disney's California Adventure reflects "the fusion of urban and suburban values that is redefining the So.Ca. lansdcape."
Public Space: Goods For Sale
Economic interests now shape public space in Berlin, Germany. How will this trend change the role of public spaces in our urban society?
Is The Hollywood Bowl Headed For Demolition?
New Times LA reports that plans to fix L.A.'s famous Hollywood Bowl have taken a suspicious turn: demolition.
Hey! Check Out LA's Urban Landscape Art
MOCA's billboards-61 of them throughout LA -encourage motorists to consider urban details as art in the landscape.
A Black LA Church On Fire--With Vision
The new sanctuary is a synthesis-'which is what we're trying to do with society.'It will renew the Southwest LA area.
Green Construction Guide
The PPRC publishes a guide to green building for project developers.
AIA Honors Architects
The American Institute of Architecture honors six architects for their contributions to architecture.
Boston's Big-Dig Open Space Plan Lags
Boston's Big Dig officials say that they may not be able to develop an innovative comprehensive design by the scheduled date.
The Smithsonian Comes To Las Vegas
Smithsonian-sponsored tours of art and architecture have added Las Vegas to the schedule. "Glitz and fakery is art, too."
Park Restoration Unlocks Details Of Noted Architect
John Russell Pope designed the Jefferson Memorial, the National Gallery of Art, and the National Archives in Washington.
Suddenly, Architecture Matters
Young architects willing to take risks are bringing back good urban design.
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.
Smith Gee Studio
City of Charlotte
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
US High Speed Rail Association
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
Municipality of Princeton (NJ)
