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.
Biking in Los Angeles
What would it feel like to commute outside of a two-ton steel cocoon in Los Angeles, on a man-powered vehicle? Turns out, it's rather blissful.
Melbourne's Growing Revolt Against The City's Development Plan
Is Melbourne experiencing a populist revolt against the city's smart growth Melbourne 2030 development plan?
Green Amenities Catching On In New Housing Projects Across The US
Observers say an emerging style of residential development is the use eco-friendly features in new housing projects.
The Loft Life In Downtown Los Angeles
Loft living in downtown Los Angeles transitions from an eclectic urban lifestyle to a real estate investment, as loft amenities and prices soar.
Nation's Most Dangerous Cities
New Jersey's poorest city has been designated America's most dangerous for a second year in a row.