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'Cohousing' Bolsters New Urban Neighborhoods
An alternative to the solitary household finds a place in traditional neighboprhood development projects.
The Death Of (Elite, White, American) Environmentalism
Activists of color argue that 'The Death of Environmentalism' should be called 'The Death of Elite, White, American Environmentalism.'
Toronto's Hungry In Midst Of Food Desert
The lack of grocery stores is making access to healthy food almost impossible for residents in many neighborhoods.
Infill Projects A Passion For Albuquerque Developer
Long-time New Mexico developer Sean Gilligan works with several neighborhood association to revitalize Albuquerque's downtown.
The New Look Of Security Design
New building security features are a must in the post-9/11 world, but designers feel there's still a need to make them aesthetically pleasing.
Whatever Your Vacation Needs, Desert Destinations Provide
Tourism in several Southwest desert areas -- Phoenix, Las Vegas, Palm Springs and Tuscon -- is a booming business, offering something for everyone.
Kunstler on the 'Long Emergency'
Grist Magazine talks to James Howard Kunstler about peak oil and the need for smaller-scale communities.
Gentrification That Leaves A Neighborhood Intact
South Boston has gentrified and yuppified, but its unique social customs have remained.
Minnesotan Mayors Demand Upgrades To Transportation
Transportation issues remains a top issue with Minnesotan citizens -- so why isn't the current legislation doing anything about it?
Downtown Phoenix Must Change
City officials offer more than 50 goals for the metamorphosis of the downtown area.
After the Bubble Bursts
The Federal Reserve has been maintaining the housing bubble to keep the economy going, writes Paul Krugman. Once it bursts, however, there won't be anything to replace it with.
Latest Fad In Housing: Buy, Then Rent
More investors are buying properties to rent out, but not everyone is cashing in.
More Homebuyers Gambling with 'Interest-only Mortgages'
A formerly fringe mortgage product that allows people to move into properties that they would be otherwise unable to afford is becoming so popular that some economists worry about its potential to harm consumers, lenders and the economy in general.
Urban Planning And Design In The Star Wars Epic
What does the architecture of the Star Wars universe represent? In this week's Planetizen Op-Ed, Jack Skelley offers an analysis of the various archetypes on display in the latest Star Wars movie.
An Extraordinary Tree
Why are oak trees everywhere?
When A City Cannot Support Its Talent
Berlin, Germany's capital, is faced with such severe economic stagnation that it can no longer support its bohemian residents.
Running On Empty: The End Of The Oil Age
Some experts warn that the world is heading for a state of permanent oil shortage.
Jane Jacobs, The Super Villain?
Jane Jacobs stars as an evil, time-travelling super villain in an off-Broadway play called 'Boozy', which offers a warped look at the life of Robert Moses.
Peruvian Priest's Struggle To Protect Rainforest
Local people win important victory in protecting the rainforest from logging companies.
The Power Of Gentrification
Santa Fe's plaza has gentrified the surrounding neighborhood within a 15-minute walk, including, finally, even the 'Barrio de Torreón.'
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
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