World

Global issues, U.N., etc.

Google Crowdsources 3-D Tours

Mark Wilson profiles Google Maps' new feature - Photo Tours - which combs the Internet to provide 3-D tours of popular locations around the world.

May 8, 2012 - Fast Company Co:Design

Frank Lloyd Wright Gets Graphic

The eminent architect's lesser-known contributions to graphic design get the spotlight in a new book by Penny Fowler, writes Maria Popova.

May 6, 2012 - Brain Pickings

Roads Kill Kids

A new report by Kevin Watkins tries to make visible the horrifying threat to children's health that road traffic presents. It is the leading cause of death globally for young people between the ages of 10 and 24, reports Sarah Goodyear.

May 6, 2012 - The Atlantic Cities

What's Your "Pub Shed?"

A Cinco de Mayo mapping exercise leaves happy trails.

May 5, 2012 - PlaceShakers

The "Internet of Things" Tracks You from the Screen to the Sidewalk

Nate Berg muses over the shifting boundary between public and private, as technology follows us from the Internet into the physical world.

May 4, 2012 - The Atlantic Cities

Congestion Pricing: The Key to Better Transit?

Noah Kazis describes the explosive success of transit systems in London, Stockholm, and Singapore, and suggests that charging motorists for road use is the secret ingredient that keeps ridership high and public support strong.

May 3, 2012 - Streetsblog

How Do Cities Foster Creativity?

Jonah Lehrer, author of a best-selling new book on how creativity works, is interviewed by the perfect figure to discuss the intersection of creativity and cities -- Richard Florida.

May 3, 2012 - The Atlantic Cities

The World's Best Street Eats

As Americans' appreciation for street eats rises along with the trend in gourmet food trucks, Carly Fisher examines the "World's Best Cities for Street Food," in a piece for Food & Wine.

May 2, 2012 - Food & Wine

Buy More Coal to Use Less

Lauren Gravitz describes an unconventional solution to combat climate change, encouraging "countries with means" to "buy up coal, oil, and other deposits while they’re still in the ground--then leave them there."

May 2, 2012 - Fast Coexist

The World's Most Amazing Playgrounds

Emily Temple has collected images of "15 Amazing Playgrounds From All Over The World" in an effort to inspire the kid inside all of us.

May 1, 2012 - Flavorwire

The Empty Playgrounds of the Stateless Super-Rich

Tanya Powley and Lucy Warwick-Ching examine the growing market in super-prime homes for the global "super-rich", and its negative impact on local communities.

May 1, 2012 - The Financial Times

Where to Find the World's Best Parks

Writing for Frommer's, Charis Atlas Heelan identifies the "The World's 10 Best Cities for Parks."

April 30, 2012 - Frommer's

World Fails Clean Energy Report Card

A newly released report by the International Energy Agency hands out dismal grades to the nations of the world for their efforts in developing clean energy technologies. Brad Plumer shares the results.

April 30, 2012 - The Washington Post

Inspiration for Placemakers from the Silver Screen

Planning to rent a movie this weekend? Before you do, check out the list of "Ten Great Movies for Placemakers" gathered by the folks at the Project for Public Spaces.

April 28, 2012 - PPS: Placemaking Blog

The Place-Based Implications of the Digital Manufacturing Revolution

The Economist describes the dawn of the third industrial revolution, brought by the rise of digital manufacturing, and its implications for the how and the where of the future of industry.

April 28, 2012 - The Economist

Friday Funny: The Onion's Transit Issue

Out this week, the satirical newspaper The Onion has collected a host of stories dedicated to transit and transportation. Some of these you may have seen before, but many are new to us.

April 27, 2012 - The Onion

Are Green Cities Sitting on a Golden Goose?

Copenhagen's leadership in urban sustainability gives them more than just a shining reputation. Bruce Katz considers how cities can cash in on environmental innovation.

April 26, 2012 - The Guardian

Cities are Machines for Emancipation

In an interview with the Journal of International Affairs, Rem Koolhaas discusses the effects of globalization on architectural practice and cultural identity, and what city he thinks will be the "Rosetta Stone" of the 21st century.

April 25, 2012 - Next American City

The Surprising Environmental Benefits of Size and Density

A recent article from Richard Florida shows that the size and density of cities offers considerable advantages to the environment, beyond what is commonly understood.

April 23, 2012 - The Atlantic Cities

Who Should Manage the Automated City?

As cities increasingly turn to automated systems to maximize cost and efficiency, Will Doig asks who should man the controls.

April 23, 2012 - Salon.com

Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools

This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.

Planning for Universal Design

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Appalachian Highlands Housing Partners

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Gallatin County Department of Planning & Community Development

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100 Most Influential Urbanists

The who's who of urbanism, according to Planetizen readers.

Urban Planning Creators You Should Know

A short list of voices on social, video, and podcasting platforms.