New Urbanism

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Paul Hobbs Winery's Hospitality Suite Effortlessly Combines Work and Play

This linear building's public/private spaces allow room for living, dining, and working. More

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Omaha Wants to Become Denser and Greener

A new environmental action plan encourages more mixed-use development. More

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Baby Boomers, Gen Y, and the Recession Shift Long-Held Housing Tastes and Trends

The economy and jobs are reshaping the household picture, a ULI panel says, as Gen Yers delay buying and boomers age in place. Among all groups, walkability and transit dominate the wish list. More

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Inductees Into the 2010 Wm. S. Marvin Hall of Fame for Design Excellence

This year's inductees into the Wm. S. Marvin Hall of Fame for Design Excellence have inspired a generation of designers and builders. More

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Megacommunities Continue to Attract, Stymie Apartment Owners and Developers

Multifamily apartment owners and developers weigh placemaking and economies of scale against the increasingly complex operations and vocal opposition to the creation of megacommunities. More

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Standard Pacific Options Land Near San Diego

Standard Pacific Homes, which has plans to buy close to $400 million in land this year, has announced the details of one deal for 470 acres of land in north San Diego County. The Irvine, Cal.-based company has acquired the options to buy Harmony Grove Village, which has entitlements in place for 750 homes, two years from now, said Scott Stowell, the company's chief operating officer. Standard Pacific will spend the next two years doing final engineering and site preparation for the property before buying it, he said. More

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2010 Gold Nugget Awards: Stapleton - The Stanley Balboa Plan 251

Small house, big presence, nice price. More

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Suburban and Traditional Neighborhood Preferences Closer Than They Seem

Study indicates that both groups of residents rank safety and attractiveness important in their satisfaction with their neighborhoods. More

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Tulsa, Okla., Sees Its Future in Downtown Revitalization

But production builders here wonder if demand for urban living will be enough to move them beyond suburban development and construction. More

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LEED for Neighborhood Development Launches

The USGBC has kicked off its initiative for green community planning, LEED for Neighborhood Development. More

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