As the Eastern world aggressively pushes the architectural envelope, the West is suffering a crisis in confidence, with height restrictions in place in numerous cities. Could this hinder the new tilt toward enlightened urbanism? Read more
Cloud computing - which shifts data and software from desktop computers to the internet - has a relatively low cost of use, but a perceived risk is stopping city governments from getting on board. Should it? Read more
While cities can be a haven for people who are different, gay and lesbian populations in the suburbs are growing. How will this change the GLBT community at large, and what implications does it have for central cities that have traditionally been the community’s home? Read more
Kenya's urban challenges are typical of those in other squatter communities across Africa. And plans to upgrade Kenya's slums, while simple on paper, are proving excruciatingly complicated and difficult in practice. Read more
One of the most urgent problems in transportation policy today is relieving congestion on American roads. Perhaps the most obvious way to go about this would be to start pricing driving at more realistic levels? Read more
The prolonged economic downturn has had many impacts, but the most jarring for many Americans is the realization they are not as affluent as once thought. The planning profession can play an important part in helping Americans adjust to an age of austerity.
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Chinatowns are a common sight in most cities, but in 2008 the Italian city of Milan was less than welcoming, creating a 'pushcart war' where Chinese immigrants fought to co-exist with their Italian neighbours. Read more
Organisations and governments are creating innovative web apps to encourage broader public participation on important urban issues, introducing a new audience to the public process of democracy. Read more