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.
More Compact Lifestyle Centers Have Cost Advantage Over Malls
Lifestyle center require less land, and typically have higher sales that comparable malls.
Are Americans Ready For Small Cars?
From the Mini Cooper to even smaller BMWs, automakers are finding a market in small cars. The WSJ reviews the top contenders.
The End Of Loudoun County Purchase Of Development Rights Program?
Efforts to preserve undeveloped property in in Loudoun County are labeled 'feel-good waste.'
Goodbye History, Hello Olympics
In the rush to prepare for the 2008 Olympics, Beijing demolishes its historical sites to make way for modern development.
Quality Design Transforming Toronto Condo Market
Condo purchasers are becoming increasingly savvy about architecture and urban design.