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To Live in a Dump
A determined housing developer plans to build a mixed, residential development next to a future landfill, against the recommendations of county and solid waste officials.
East Meets West; Architecturally, That Is
Beijing chooses Swiss over Chinese architects for their National Stadium.
Malls Are 'Open' For Business
The Washington Post writes on the impact that lifestyle centers are having on the behaviors of retailers, developers and consumers.
Minivan = Suburbs?
"Amid all the trappings of suburban life, I swore I would never own a minivan."
Stripping Away Aging Strip Malls
As sprawl has hit the wall, places like Fremont, CA are looking to convert aging strip malls into mixed-use developments.
Speed Saves?
Thanks to higher speed limits, highways today are safer, not more dangerous, than ever before, writes Stephen Moore.
Inner Cities: A Report Card
Neal Peirce reviews the performance of the nations inner cities.
Maglev Sets Speed Record Of 581 Kph
A magnetically levitated train sets a new world speed record in Kyodo, Japan.
Not Your Daddy's SOM
Roger Duffy's quiet demeanor masks a steely determination to remake one of architecture's behemoths.
Myanmar: Ancient Ruins Face Ruin
'Disneyfied' restoration efforts and plans to raise a tower over Bagan, a 1000-year old ancient temple city in Myanmar, faces international criticism.
Fiscal Crisis Causing Cities To Cut Services
As a result of an increasing squeeze on municipal budgets, many cities and towns are cutting staff and services and are increasing fees, according to survey of 328 cities by the National League of Cities.
Old Sewer Smells New Green
Increasing rates will help Atlanta renovate its dilapidated sewer system.
A Solution For Segway's Slowdown
Neal Peirce suggests that Segway folks could collaborate with bicyle advocates to push for urban and rural pathways.
Urban Sprawl Advances On American Military
The American military finds itself surrounded at home by urban sprawl.
Balancing Scales
The Chicago-area regional planning agency will use technology to bridge regional-scale and neighborhood-scale planning efforts.
Reversing Baltimore's Brain Drain
A 27-year-old wants to curb Baltimore's brain drain and reinforce community.
Quick And Cheap Solutions To Traffic Problems: Part 3
D.C. area's Metro explores examples of quick, relatively modest ways to improve the bus network.
Boston Eagerly Awaits New Building
Boston will soon house its Institute of Contemporary Art in a new facility that maximizes light along the waterfront and even cantilevers over a public walkway.
UK Housing Hindered by Lack of Brownfields
Britain's goal to build 60% of housing on recycled sites will not be met without changes in legislation.
America's Healthiest States
How healthy is your state? American Public Health Association ranks states by their health scores.
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)
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
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Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
