Critic Inga Saffron says that the interesting architecture and urban design is happening on the small scale: small parks, small houses and small plans.
Saffron says small is hot:
"While the lousy economy has forced cities to lower their sights, it has provided clarity about what really matters. The smart places are investing their limited disposable income in low-cost, high-impact projects that improve the quality of life for people who actually live in them."
Saffron singles out a number of small projects happening around Philadelpia, from bike lanes to modest infill projects.
FULL STORY: Small stuff makes Philly better, a bit at a time
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