New Urbanism Comes To Los Angeles

With a focus on enhancing a sense of neighborhood and not style, Polyzoides and Moule bring New Urbanism to L.A.

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January 4, 2001, 12:00 PM PST

They are trying to do more than just invent buildings. These two architects feel that the occupant is more important than style. They are reintroducing the concept of housing around courtyards. Their projects in Southern California include a rebuilt five-block community in South Central L.A. and a new town square in Beverly Hills.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

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Thursday, January 4, 2001 in The Los Angeles Times

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