History / Preservation
Historic Preservation Or 'Architectural Taxidermy'?
A number of historic buildings in Chicago are being preserved -- but only on the outside. Developers have bent the rules of preservation to repurpose historic buildings as parking garages and luxury condos while preserving only their facades.
Increase In Open Space For Portland Region
The regional government in Portland, Oregon, has set its sights on buying up thousands of acres of scenic lands for open space and parks. The voter-approved buy is part of a plan to improve many of the region's public spaces.
Old Town Pasadena Is a Victim of Its Own Smart Growth Success
Plans for condominiums and senior housing in downtown Pasadena may create traffic and aesthetic problems.
A Showdown Over Historic Preservation In Canada
Newly announced plans by the government to create a Canadian National Trust dismays leaders of the Canadian Heritage Foundation, who wonder if they are being replaced over political differences.
When The Road To The Future Erases The Past
Column McCann laments the loss of Ireland's cultural and environmental heritage as a result of the construction of new motorways.
Does Starbucks Belong In The Forbidden City?
One Chinese lawmaker is claiming the coffee chain's outpost in Beijing's Imperial Palace Complex, a venerable symbol of American capitalism, is tainting the national culture that the site represents.
Racing Towards Modernization, Vietnam's Past Is Threatened
Spurred by extraordinary economic and urban growth, Ho Chi Minh City is experiencing a building boom. But preservationists are worried about the danger to the city's priceless colonial era heritage.
Rediscovering The Arcades Of Paris
Though still struggling to survive as modern day retail hubs, the shopping arcades of Paris are attracting a resurgence of interest, especially from tourists.
County Pressures Donors To Save Historic Farm
County officials are trying to find philanthropists to help buy land rights to a historic Pennsylvania farm, one that could be offered up to builders if preservationists do not buy the land by August 2.
12 Distinctive Destinations For 2007
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has published its annual list of twelve unique communities with a commitment to preservation.
An Urban Tale: NYC's East 93rd Street
New York Times writer Chistopher Gray chronicles the history and recent renovation of New York City's 'brownstone Grand Canyon' on East 93rd street.
Should Gay Districts Be Preserved?
Long known internationally as America's "Gay Mecca", San Francisco's Castro District is seeing an influx of straight couples who find the district's amenities attractive. A movement is afoot to ensure the district retains its gay identity.
Protected Territory List Disappoints Environmentalists And Investors
As part of its entrance into the European Union, Bulgaria was required to submit a list of territories it wanted to have protected. The list has fallen short of environmentalists' hopes, and gone too far in the minds of landowners and investors.
Construction Threatening China's Heritage
The tremendous scale and pace of construction in China threatens to bulldoze over thousands of years of archaeological sites.
'Adult Studio' Better Use For Historic Building Than Housing
After the San Francisco Planning Department rejects several condo projects for the city's historic State Armory and Arsenal Building on the edge of the Mission District, an Internet pornography studio buys the building to make films.
Saving Shanghai's Art Deco Gems
Even with widespread demolition of old buildings to make way for modern towers, the city still has more art deco buildings than anywhere else on earth. A new photo book hopes to inspire the city to preserve its rich architectural legacy.
University Of Pittsburgh Considers Preservation Degree Program
The university is convening a symposium with experts from around the country to chart a path for the study of historic buildings.
Moving A City
A Swedish town is being forced to relocate as decades of mining have compromised the bedrock on which the town was built. The relocation of the city's entire housing stock, public buildings, town center, and rail line is projected to cost billions.
2,000 Mile 'Underground Railroad' Bike Route Opens
From Mobile, Alabama to Owen Sound, Ontario, bicyclists can retrace the route of freedom-seekers, visiting historic sites on the way.
Bill May Limit Demolition Of Historic University Buildings
In an effort to limit the destruction of historic university-owned properties, the Indiana state legislature is considering a bill that would add a six-month public review period to any planned demolition that may have historic significance.
FREE Course: Walkable City 1: Why Walkability?
After describing his path towards focusing on walkability as the essence of good planning, Jeff Speck marches through his five principal reasons for making more walkable places.
Reinventing Malls: Planning Alchemy—Turning Gray Fields Into Gold
The course focuses on the opportunities and imperatives that shape reinvention of mall sites.
Greater Baltimore Committee
Eagle County Government
Harvard University Graduate School of Design
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
The Pocatello Development Authority
The Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Pocatello
Journal of the American Planning Association
