United States
'The Great American Train Debate'
Neal Peirce writes about the need for a "shock-resistant transportation" system.
The Many Meanings Of 'De-malling'
Tim Schooley writes about the different meanings of the term 'de-mall' and discusses the future of malls.
Amtrak's Surging Popularity
While many businesses suffered in the wake of the Sept. 11th attacks, Amtrak saw a 17 percent increase in ridership.
Book Review: Of Urban Destruction And Renewal
A review of "Preserving the World's Great Cities" by Anthony M. Tung. The book looks at the history of cities from a preservation and planning perspective.
Big Plans For High-Speed Trains
High-speed trains, already popular in Europe and Japan, are being considered in the U.S.
Black Involvement In Environmental Movement Increases
Increased number of African-Americans are joining the environmental movement.
New Stores Combine Shopping and Public Spaces
New store designs by top architects blur the line between retail and public cultural spaces.
Ottawa: A Blueprint For Growth
The Ottawa 20/20 Smart Growth Summit makes recommendations for managing growth in Ottawa, Canada.
Architect Joseph Stein Is Dead
American architect Joseph Allen Stein spent nearly half a century in India and designed some of it's most important modern buildings.
Give Amtrak A Chance
The recent increase in ridership could boost support for Amtrak.
Amtrak's High-Speed Train Gains New Customers
The Acela Express, Amtrak's high-speed train service in the Northeast sees a 35% increase in ridership.
The Future Of Cities Is In Question Now
Joel Kotkin and Fred Siegel write that the current urban renaissance may come to a halt. Without security, rule of law and tolerance, people leave cities for suburbs.
HUD Award Encourages Housing For People With Disabilities
The Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded nearly $900,000 in an educational grant to help communities ensure that more apartments and condominiums are built to be accessible to people with disabilities.
A Different Environmental Agenda
Ed Marston wonders how the western U.S. will change in a slowing economy.
2001 HUD Hope VI Revitalization Awards Announced
HUD Hope VI Revitalization Awards go to Phoenix, AZ, Macon, GA, Chicago, IL, Portland, OR, Atlanta, GA, Kind County, WA, and Boston, MA.
More Renovation Projects In Slowing Economy
An interview with architect Martin Santini, founder of the architectural firm Ecoplan that specializes in business renovation.
Housing Costs Increasing In Canada
Survey shows majority of Canadian developers expect costs increases in the next twelve months.
Russian Forests Disappearing
A study that mapped European Russia using satellite imagery reveal the loss of forests in the region.
Trains Flourishing As An Alternative To Flying
Many see trains as a viable alternative to air travel.
The Environment After Sept. 11th
Will the political repercussions of the Sept. 11th attacks help the environment?
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
University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS)
Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY)
The Architects Foundation
City of Cambridge
Montrose County
The Pocatello Development Authority
