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.
Capturing Demand for Housing Near Transit
A study by Reconnecting America’s Center for Transit Oriented Development shows that demand for compact housing near transit is likely to more than double by 2025.
How To Attract Retirees -- But Not Sprawl
Mobile Bay, Fairhope in Alabama is fast becoming a popular retirement spot. It has all the right amenities.
From Rust Belt To Arts Mecca
Pittsburgh reaps the benefits of its 20-year investment in a downtown cultural district -- and in the vitality of its young people.
Architecture In The 'Land of the Mall?'
After decades of ignoring the trends in Europe, architecture in the U.S. is becoming exciting again.
Green Bay: Beyond Perception
A special, five-day series examines the challenges Green Bay, Wisconsin faces as it tries to revitalize its downtown and riverfront.