Until a change occurs both in our attitudes AND our infrastructure, a true urban culture will struggle to find a foothold in Phoenix.
Healthy Urbanism: A Holistic View of Urban Design
Healthy urbanism considers health, the environment, social relations, political processes and the economy as part of the development process.
September's Top Reads
Here are the 10 posts with the most pages views in September.
The City Shall Not Sleep
A celebration of some of the world’s great cities set to Giacomo Puccini’s “Nessen Dorma” by filmmaker Craig McCourry.
Friday 5: Urban Miscellany from Sept 25th-Oct 1st
Five good reads for urbanists.
Best of the Best of Phoenix
Yesterday, the New Times published their annual Best of Phoenix awards. To help guide you through 583 selections, I’ve compiled ten of my favorite.
Generic Urbanism: Creating Cities without Qualities OR Quality
Generic urbanism describes a non-specific, identity-lacking urban landscape.
Let’s Walk to the Meeting: Walk Score looks at Convention Centers
Phoenix’s downtown Convention Center ranks 5th, with a walk score of 94.
Mark your Calendars! PodCamp AZ 2010 is Nov 20th and 21st
PodCamp AZ is returning to the University of Advancing Technology November 20th and 21st! PodCampAZ is a FREE networking media unconference.
Fine-Grained Urbanism: Opportunities for Discovery
Like high count egyptian cotton; fine grain urbanism feels luxurious and makes people want linger in or around it.