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.
Tornado Spurs Downtown's Rebirth/Expansion
A new outlook and 50 new business have emerged downtown since the storm of 1999 in Clarksville, TN.
The Rise Of 'Modernist' New Urbanism In Miami
A new development in Miami successfully combines Modernist architecture with New Urbanism.
The Structure Of Transportation Revolutions
Author Daniel Sweeny provides an in-depth review of the history of human transportation -- and where it is likely to lead us in the future.
L.A. Planning Director's Parting Words
'Sometimes the best incentive you can give is to get out of the way.' -- Con Howe, Los Angeles Planning director, reflecting on his strategy for spurring more housing Downtown.
Athens, GA, Grows Up
More high rise construction is planned in the heart of a quintessential college town.