New Urbanism Transforming Suburbs

Suburban neighborhoods are turning into entertainment destinations.

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October 14, 2002, 6:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"One thing the region has seen over the last quarter century, though, is the rise of the suburb as an entertainment destination -- and not just for folks who live there...developers are taking the principles of the "new urbanism" -- a smart-growth philosophy that emphasizes walkable town centers, mixed-use real estate and sidewalks over sprawl -- and turning once-sleepy neighborhoods into suburban playgrounds."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

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