Metropolis POV » Burbs from Above
We love to hate suburbia, but how much do you really hate it? Would you work on these projects or take a job at Starbucks instead? Me personally? Absolutely I would work on… Continue reading
Tag Archive: planning
A Case for Modular Materials
Our cities are living systems, evolving over time, mutating and undergoing constant processes of change. Why are we using relatively permanent and inflexible building methods to craft such a dynamic environment? When building… Continue reading
Welcome to Zombieland: The aftermath of Chatham’s pro-growth era: Bankrupt subdivisions, vacant developments: News: Feature
This is a road trip that takes many sad turns. Start on Jack Bennett Road in rural northern Chatham County. The paved ribbon passes cozy homes settled on rolling farms, battered trailers shrouded… Continue reading
How does the evolution of geospatial technology impact the future approach of a land developer? | Spatial Sustain
The plight of the land developer is tough right now, given the housing bubble and the long-lasting impact of available credit due to the global recession. This downturn has had it’s Darwinian moments… Continue reading
5 Upcomming Water/Transit Planning Events
Two hot growth topics, water and transit, are the focus of several upcoming public education events! Be sure to mark your calendars for these exciting events (scroll down to the end!): “WAKEUP Growth… Continue reading