Minecraft

The popular game Minecraft offers deep lessons what building in the virtual world means in the real world.

August 9, 2018 - Places Journal

Want to engage kids in your summer city planning projects? 12-year-old Roman Borys gives some pointers on how to host a Minecraft lounge in your downtown.

June 27, 2017 - PlaceShakers

The Guardian samples prominent examples of digital natives bringing new expectations for the use of technology to the public sector.

April 11, 2017 - The Guardian

An exemplary display of Minecraft prowess.

February 17, 2017 - Chicago Tribune

Planners in an Atlanta suburb are using games tailored to adults and children to inform a new comprehensive plan.

January 2, 2017 - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Do video games have anything to teach kids? Hazel Borys says yes, in moderation.

August 4, 2016 - PlaceShakers

Minecraft has players across the globe busy building future cities. Cities recognize the potential of MineCraft as a tool for engaging the public in imagining the future of their city.

July 13, 2015 - Jennifer Evans-Cowley

Artist spends decades creating an always-growing hand-drawn paper map of an imaginary place. Development is determined by drawing a random card from a custom deck of cards.

September 5, 2013 - Visual News

Not heard of Minecraft yet? Than you must not have a 10-year-old child in your house. Luckily, Sarah Goodyear does, and for our benefit, she describes the popular children's video game that explores real-world urban planning ideas.

September 19, 2012 - The Atlantic Cities