Vision Zero initiative aims to eliminate traffic deaths in major cities like San Francisco, but effectiveness remains questionable as pedestrian deaths have increased. [ more ]
Vision Zero initiative aims to eliminate traffic deaths in major cities like San Francisco, but effectiveness remains questionable as pedestrian deaths have increased. [ more ]
New TfL cycle hire docking station added in Camden
The Santander cycle hire scheme expanded in Camden with a new docking station near St Pancras Gardens due to a nearby housing development condition. [ more ]
Jamison Clears Hurdle for Dual Apartment Towers in Koreatown
Jamison Services led by Jaime Lee is moving forward with constructing two 23-story apartment buildings in Koreatown, further shaping the real estate landscape of the area. [ more ]
Jamison Clears Hurdle for Dual Apartment Towers in Koreatown
Jamison Services led by Jaime Lee is moving forward with constructing two 23-story apartment buildings in Koreatown, further shaping the real estate landscape of the area. [ more ]
The Architectural Heritage of the Mesopotamian Civilization - Yanko Design
Mesopotamian architecture emerged in northern Mesopotamia before evolving in the south during the Uruk Period, with a focus on religious structures. [ more ]
Camden High Street Could Become Pedestrianised Under New Plans
Camden Council plans to pedestrianize part of Camden High Street for an 18-month trial to alleviate congestion and provide more space for pedestrians. [ more ]
Camden High Street Could Become Pedestrianised Under New Plans
Camden Council plans to pedestrianize part of Camden High Street for an 18-month trial to alleviate congestion and provide more space for pedestrians. [ more ]
Built for Zero program aims to address homelessness in Haight-Ashbury by improving shelter supply, real-time data collection, and bureaucratic integration. [ more ]
Hundreds of homes may sprout in San Jose with double-tower complex
A proposed double-tower housing complex in downtown San Jose will have over 500 residential units, retail, office spaces, and rooftop amenities. [ more ]
North and northwest Brooklyn top New York City in housing development over 13-year period * Brooklyn Paper
The majority of housing development in NYC over 13 years focused on north and northwest Brooklyn, driven by new construction and adaptive reuse projects. [ more ]
Built for Zero program aims to address homelessness in Haight-Ashbury by improving shelter supply, real-time data collection, and bureaucratic integration. [ more ]
Hundreds of homes may sprout in San Jose with double-tower complex
A proposed double-tower housing complex in downtown San Jose will have over 500 residential units, retail, office spaces, and rooftop amenities. [ more ]
North and northwest Brooklyn top New York City in housing development over 13-year period * Brooklyn Paper
The majority of housing development in NYC over 13 years focused on north and northwest Brooklyn, driven by new construction and adaptive reuse projects. [ more ]
The tranquility frees you': Bogota, the city that shuts out cars every week
Ciclovia in Bogota shuts major roads on Sundays, promoting biking and walking, fostering community, and inspiring similar initiatives worldwide. [ more ]
How Sustainable is Your City's Transportation Network? - Streetsblog USA
The Institute for Transportation Development and Policy introduced an interactive atlas to measure sustainable transportation metrics at various community levels for advocacy and change. [ more ]
The tranquility frees you': Bogota, the city that shuts out cars every week
Ciclovia in Bogota shuts major roads on Sundays, promoting biking and walking, fostering community, and inspiring similar initiatives worldwide. [ more ]
How Sustainable is Your City's Transportation Network? - Streetsblog USA
The Institute for Transportation Development and Policy introduced an interactive atlas to measure sustainable transportation metrics at various community levels for advocacy and change. [ more ]
Discover Chandigarh: 20 Must-Visit Places in the City Beautiful - redBus Blog
Chandigarh is a city with a unique blend of modern architecture, vibrant culture, and lush greenery, showcasing key attractions like the Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake. [ more ]
Is Paris Ready for the Olympics? Exploring the City-Wide Implications of Hosting Global Events
Architecture and urban planning play a crucial role in hosting Olympic events, impacting both infrastructure development and cultural heritage. [ more ]
Discover Chandigarh: 20 Must-Visit Places in the City Beautiful - redBus Blog
Chandigarh is a city with a unique blend of modern architecture, vibrant culture, and lush greenery, showcasing key attractions like the Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake. [ more ]
Is Paris Ready for the Olympics? Exploring the City-Wide Implications of Hosting Global Events
Architecture and urban planning play a crucial role in hosting Olympic events, impacting both infrastructure development and cultural heritage. [ more ]
Eyes on the Street: New Gilman/I-80 Overpass is Open - Streetsblog San Francisco
The Gilman Street bicycle and pedestrian bridge in West Berkeley is now open, thanks to advocacy efforts from various organizations.
Despite the completion of bike and walk infrastructure, concerns remain about unfinished car roundabouts and safety issues at the raised pedestrian and bike crossing.
There is a desire for agencies like Caltrans and AlamedaCTC to prioritize building bike infrastructure independently rather than as part of larger freeway projects. [ more ]
Eyes on the Street: San Francisco Joins the Sidewalk-Level Bike Lane Club - Streetsblog San Francisco
San Francisco has completed its first sidewalk-level bike lane on Third Street in Mission Rock, designed to accommodate pedestrians and wheelchair users.
The sidewalk-level design includes a rubber curb for separation, tested for wheelchair accessibility and ease of use for individuals with sight challenges. [ more ]
Eyes on the Street: New Gilman/I-80 Overpass is Open - Streetsblog San Francisco
The Gilman Street bicycle and pedestrian bridge in West Berkeley is now open, thanks to advocacy efforts from various organizations.
Despite the completion of bike and walk infrastructure, concerns remain about unfinished car roundabouts and safety issues at the raised pedestrian and bike crossing.
There is a desire for agencies like Caltrans and AlamedaCTC to prioritize building bike infrastructure independently rather than as part of larger freeway projects. [ more ]
Eyes on the Street: San Francisco Joins the Sidewalk-Level Bike Lane Club - Streetsblog San Francisco
San Francisco has completed its first sidewalk-level bike lane on Third Street in Mission Rock, designed to accommodate pedestrians and wheelchair users.
The sidewalk-level design includes a rubber curb for separation, tested for wheelchair accessibility and ease of use for individuals with sight challenges. [ more ]
Conozca a los candidatos del Distrito 9: Apoya que se sigan colocando maceteros en el distrito?
The article discusses a series called 'Meet the Candidates' where political candidates are asked weekly questions and events happening in the political district. [ more ]
Conozca a los candidatos del Distrito 9: Apoya que se sigan colocando maceteros en el distrito?
The article discusses a series called 'Meet the Candidates' where political candidates are asked weekly questions and events happening in the political district. [ more ]
Pitkin Avenue, Zion Triangle Plaza in Brownsville to be Revamped
The Pitkin Avenue BID in Brownsville is working on transforming public spaces, including Zion Triangle plaza, to create a welcoming community hub. [ more ]
Meet the Brooklyn students behind NYC's powerhouse Minecraft team
Students at John Dewey High School in NYC participate in annual Minecraft competition, showcasing urban planning and community development skills. [ more ]
The article discusses the debate on whether to permanently ban cars from Great Highway in San Francisco, with supporters and opponents presenting contrasting perspectives. [ more ]
Pitkin Avenue, Zion Triangle Plaza in Brownsville to be Revamped
The Pitkin Avenue BID in Brownsville is working on transforming public spaces, including Zion Triangle plaza, to create a welcoming community hub. [ more ]
Meet the Brooklyn students behind NYC's powerhouse Minecraft team
Students at John Dewey High School in NYC participate in annual Minecraft competition, showcasing urban planning and community development skills. [ more ]
The article discusses the debate on whether to permanently ban cars from Great Highway in San Francisco, with supporters and opponents presenting contrasting perspectives. [ more ]
Report offers city, developers strategies to reduce parking downtown - Austin Monitor
The report suggests creating a 'soft cap' system to limit parking with fees on excess, modifying the floor area ratio formula to include structured parking, and encouraging partnerships for sharing parking structures. [ more ]
Report offers city, developers strategies to reduce parking downtown - Austin Monitor
The report suggests creating a 'soft cap' system to limit parking with fees on excess, modifying the floor area ratio formula to include structured parking, and encouraging partnerships for sharing parking structures. [ more ]
Valencia Merchants to SFMTA: We Want Curbside Protected Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San Francisco
The Valencia Corridor Merchants Association is calling for the removal of center-running bike lanes in favor of Dutch-style, curbside protected lanes. [ more ]
One Neighborhood's Bizarre Culture War' Over Bike Lanes
City officials face challenges accommodating street usage in neighborhoods like Queens, balancing safety for cyclists with preservation of residential parking spaces. [ more ]
Valencia Merchants to SFMTA: We Want Curbside Protected Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San Francisco
The Valencia Corridor Merchants Association is calling for the removal of center-running bike lanes in favor of Dutch-style, curbside protected lanes. [ more ]
One Neighborhood's Bizarre Culture War' Over Bike Lanes
City officials face challenges accommodating street usage in neighborhoods like Queens, balancing safety for cyclists with preservation of residential parking spaces. [ more ]
Adams Offers Bare Minimum to Seize Congestion Pricing's 'Space Dividend' Opportunity - Streetsblog New York City
Mayor Adams unveiled congestion pricing projects, with some new proposals but lacking pedestrian-only streets, criticized for not fully capitalizing on the traffic reduction opportunity. [ more ]
Adams Offers Bare Minimum to Seize Congestion Pricing's 'Space Dividend' Opportunity - Streetsblog New York City
Mayor Adams unveiled congestion pricing projects, with some new proposals but lacking pedestrian-only streets, criticized for not fully capitalizing on the traffic reduction opportunity. [ more ]
Streetsblog SF editor Roger Rudick offers constructive criticism of Chicago's downtown bike network - Streetsblog San Francisco
Cities like San Francisco are influencing sustainable transportation in Chicago through initiatives such as banning private cars from key corridors like Market Street. [ more ]
City releases detailed 'City of Yes' zoning changes, including taller buildings, less parking and affordable housing * Brooklyn Paper
The City of Yes for Housing Opportunity zoning changes in NYC, allowing taller residences, less parking, and more infill buildings to address housing shortages. [ more ]
Streetsblog SF editor Roger Rudick offers constructive criticism of Chicago's downtown bike network - Streetsblog San Francisco
Cities like San Francisco are influencing sustainable transportation in Chicago through initiatives such as banning private cars from key corridors like Market Street. [ more ]
City releases detailed 'City of Yes' zoning changes, including taller buildings, less parking and affordable housing * Brooklyn Paper
The City of Yes for Housing Opportunity zoning changes in NYC, allowing taller residences, less parking, and more infill buildings to address housing shortages. [ more ]
Dorchester to get 90 'compact' rental units near South Bay Center
Ninety 'compact' residential units to replace commercial building in Dorchester with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units under 750 sq ft. [ more ]
Dorchester to get 90 'compact' rental units near South Bay Center
Ninety 'compact' residential units to replace commercial building in Dorchester with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units under 750 sq ft. [ more ]
AG James pledges support to Clinton Hill over migrant concerns
New York Attorney General Letitia James supports Clinton Hill residents concerned about large migrant shelters impacting quality of life issues. [ more ]
AG James pledges support to Clinton Hill over migrant concerns
New York Attorney General Letitia James supports Clinton Hill residents concerned about large migrant shelters impacting quality of life issues. [ more ]
Biden Announced His Plan to Reverse Racist Urban Planning
Highways were initially seen as a positive development post-WWII, but urban planning initiatives led to destructive highway projects affecting minority neighborhoods.
Communities mobilized to resist destructive urban highway projects, leading to a shift in public sentiment. [ more ]
Biden Announced His Plan to Reverse Racist Urban Planning
Highways were initially seen as a positive development post-WWII, but urban planning initiatives led to destructive highway projects affecting minority neighborhoods.
Communities mobilized to resist destructive urban highway projects, leading to a shift in public sentiment. [ more ]
Residents split on flats and nursery plan - but council set to give green light
The application by Caerus Developments to build residential and commercial spaces in Wanstead has sparked conflicting views among residents and officials. [ more ]
Residents split on flats and nursery plan - but council set to give green light
The application by Caerus Developments to build residential and commercial spaces in Wanstead has sparked conflicting views among residents and officials. [ more ]
Norman Howard was a prominent Labour party councillor in London, known for key decisions in urban planning.
He started his political career as a young councillor and continued to work for the Labour party with integrity and dedication throughout his life. [ more ]
Activist Maria Teresa Griffin, who proved her mettle in fight against East L.A. prison, dies
Maria Teresa Griffin was a significant figure in the Eastside of Los Angeles, contributing to urban planning and activism through her work at Barrio Planners Inc.
Griffin played a crucial role in rallying coalitions and organizing resistance against the construction of a prison in East L.A., ultimately leading a successful six-year battle. [ more ]
London's High Line Will Echo Its New York Inspiration, With Local Notes
The Camden High Line is a planned public park that aims to transform a disused rail bridge and surrounding areas in north London into a thriving green space.
The park will be elevated 25 feet above the streets, providing a different view of London and a sense of escape from the bustling city below. [ more ]
Property development offering upgrades at Neasden tube station
A housing development next to Neasden tube station has been submitted for planning, which could improve the tube station and support the construction of a new London Overground station.
The proposed development includes residential, student, and light industrial uses and will consist of seven buildings ranging in height from 4 to 50 storeys.
There are plans for upgrades to Neasden tube station and the addition of step-free access. [ more ]
Want to save our cities? Look to San Francisco's iconic survivor: the Ferry Building
San Francisco's Ferry Building has played a significant role in American urban history, witnessing changes in the cityscape and participating in various eras.
The building's story reflects the larger history of American cities and the need for visionary urban planning to address its current challenges. [ more ]
Property development offering upgrades at Neasden tube station
A housing development next to Neasden tube station has been submitted for planning, which could improve the tube station and support the construction of a new London Overground station.
The proposed development includes residential, student, and light industrial uses and will consist of seven buildings ranging in height from 4 to 50 storeys.
There are plans for upgrades to Neasden tube station and the addition of step-free access. [ more ]
Want to save our cities? Look to San Francisco's iconic survivor: the Ferry Building
San Francisco's Ferry Building has played a significant role in American urban history, witnessing changes in the cityscape and participating in various eras.
The building's story reflects the larger history of American cities and the need for visionary urban planning to address its current challenges. [ more ]
The Power Broker by Robert Caro is an important and comprehensive exploration of how cities are formed and power is amassed through infrastructure projects.
Despite its daunting length, The Power Broker is considered influential and enjoyable to read. [ more ]
matte terracotta tiles in dynamic patterns outline athletes' village in paris by brenac & gonzalez & associes
The Village des Athlètes project by Brenac & Gonzalez & Associés focuses on innovative construction techniques, sustainable design, and a smooth transition from temporary athlete housing to long-term residential use. [ more ]
matte terracotta tiles in dynamic patterns outline athletes' village in paris by brenac & gonzalez & associes
The Village des Athlètes project by Brenac & Gonzalez & Associés focuses on innovative construction techniques, sustainable design, and a smooth transition from temporary athlete housing to long-term residential use. [ more ]
New planning tool arrives as California prepares for more accessory dwelling units
The Community Planning Collaborative in California is launching an ADU Plans Gallery tool to assist local governments in meeting ADU construction law requirements by Jan. 1, 2025. [ more ]
City proposes new redesign for BQE triple cantilever, delays construction until 2029 * Brooklyn Paper
The city has proposed a new 'stacked' design for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway's triple cantilever section, delaying construction until 2029. [ more ]