Middle East
Beirut: The World's Most Fascinating Urban Experiment
After years of war, Beirut proves that conflict can result in a rich urban restoration effort.
Four Part Series On Architecture And Planning In Baghdad
Los Angeles Times architecture critic Nicolai Ouroussoff examines Baghdad's architectural heritage the long road in rebuilding. [Includes slideshows.]
Jerusalem's Growing Web Of Walls
Israelis are erecting a network of barriers in East Jerusalem after years of deadly attacks. The barrier is changing lives on both sides.
Frank Lloyd Wright May 'Build' Baghdad
In 1957, Wright traveled to Iraq and produced an ambitious, multibuilding scheme for the city -- none of which was ever built.
Power Gridlock In Baghdad
War-torn Baghdad faces up to 2 years without full electrical power.
Artificial Islands: An Israeli Alternative To Settlements?
Israel considers creating pricey artificial islands for residential, tourism and business uses.
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.
City of Rosemead
Rutgers University, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
One Hundred Miles
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
Montrose County
The Pocatello Development Authority
The Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Pocatello
