Exploring sustainable cities, smart infrastructure, zoning reforms, and the future of how we design, build, and live in our communities.
Featured Report
From Paris to Melbourne, urban planners are dismantling car-centric zoning in favor of hyper-local hubs. We analyze the policy shifts, community pushback, and measurable outcomes reshaping metropolitan life.
Transit
As municipalities face budget constraints, rapid transit corridors are sparking debate over scalability, ridership projections, and long-term urban density.
Policy
States from California to Oregon are rewriting land-use codes. Experts weigh in on the housing supply impact and neighborhood character debates.
Green Spaces
Integrated green infrastructure isn't just aesthetic anymore. New data shows measurable drops in urban heat islands and improved public health metrics.
Housing
Grassroots organizations are acquiring properties to permanently remove housing from the speculative market. We visit three cities pioneering the model.
Smart Cities
How IoT infrastructure and public dashboards are empowering residents to hold city councils accountable for development promises.