Chris Stines is Planetizen's former Editor and the founder of Urban Insight, a leading digital agency. Chris has 25 years of experience in technology consulting and urban planning and has served as a consultant to public sector state, county, and local agencies, Fortune 500 private firms, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
Backyard Nature Is Expensive
The Wall Street Journal investigates what it takes to create a 'natural' backyard.
Taking It Easy In The Big Easy
Perhaps because New Orleans doesn't have an affluent tenant base, the housing market has been remarkable stable.
St. Petersburg Discovers New Urbanism
A St. Petersburg community is loosely modeled after Disney's Celebration, and find success in New Urbanism.
Maryland's Planned Baby Boomer Community
A new community in Maryland is being designed and built to appeal to baby boomers.
HUD Announces $2.2 Billion In Grants
HUD's grant focuses new emphasis on homeownership opportunities, faith-based groups, and accountability.