Vincent Kartheiser and Rich Somme, actors from the hit TV show Mad Men, have made a video to sell Americans on the benefits of HSR.
Friday 5: Articles for Urbanists [March 5th-11th]
A weekly round-up of five great articles for urbanists.
Help Activate Empty Lots in Downtown Phoenix on Saturday
I’ve written before on the need to get involved in our communities. More recently, I created a list of current vacancies on various City of Phoenix boards and commissions. I realize, however, that we all lead busy lives with existing commitments and many people may not have the time or energy to add one more. Other people may have the time, but not…
Meet Captain Yurban and the Yurbanator
Every boy grows up wanting to be a superhero. I decided to relive my childhood and create my own superheros based on my urbanist alter egos
Phoenix’s Search for AuthentiCity
To renew our cities, we have to build on what they are, not what they aren’t.
A Brief History of Urbanism in North America: 1900-1909
Urban Planning in North America came into its own during the first decade of the twentieth century.
Phoenix Regional Tree & Shade Summit
I am looking forward to the Regional Tree & Shade Summit taking place in downtown Phoenix this Wednesday, March 9 from 8:30 – 5:00 pm.
Manhattan Pinball [Weekend Watch]
‘A daydream to remind me of the joys of the New York skyline.’ – Lizze Oxby
Timelapse Tokyo: Portrait of a City [Weekend Watch]
A timelapse video portait of life in Tokyo, a quintessential 24 hour city.
Friday 5: TED Talks for Urbanists
In honor of TED 2011, here are 5 of my favorte TED talks relating to urbanism and cities.