New York
'Memorial Mania' In Lower Manhattan
As memorials proliferate in crowded Lower Manhattan, planners and architects sound a note of caution.
Ground Zero: Planning Has Only Really Just Begun
Although a design for ground zero has been chosen, there is still plenty to argue about.
On The Job In NY With Julie Menin
Julie Menin is president of Wall Street Rising -- their newest project is a downtown information center.
Mr. And Mrs. Ground Zero
'The Libeskinds' -- The winning architect brings his wife along. Or does she bring him along? Introducing Daniel and Nina Libeskind.
Architecture's New Hope?
Will Daniel Libeskind's success rebuild the reputation of the architectural profession?
Architecture: 'Commission Of The Century'
An obscure and radical theorist becomes architecture's hottest new star. Here is the story of Daniel Libeskind.
New York Crosswalks Become Inviolate
In the capital of pedestrian fatalities, a new law aims to make crosswalks inviolate. But in the land of hustle, many doubt that antsy drivers will comply.
Ground Zero: Can Libeskind Succeed?
The political, legal, and financial challenges faced by architect Daniel Libeskind are immense.
WTC Design Process On Fresh Air
Paul Goldberger, architecture critic for the The New Yorker magazine, discusses Libeskind's winning proposal and the WTC selection process on Fresh Air.
WTC Design: Will The Vision Be Lost?
The design selected for the WTC site was not the same design the public saw. Both teams were forced to significantly revise their proposals...
Ground Zero: 'Now Comes The Hard Part'
The Libeskind plan is an "excellent choice" but...
Rid Architecture Of Its Elitism
The people have won at Ground Zero. Other cities planning big projects should take note: Rid architecture of its elitism.
Cordish Comes To Rochester's High Falls
A developer with a national reputation for revitalizing urban districts in Baltimore, Houston, Charleston, S.C., and Detroit wants to come to Rochester.
Robert Moses Lives Again At Ground Zero
Alexander Garvin, lead planner for Ground Zero, salutes Robert Moses.
Star Architects Turn Into Media-Savvy Politicians
The public is riveted by high-profile architects that act like movie stars. Both Ground Zero design competition finalists used aggressive tactics to court the media and win the hearts of the public.
WTC Plan: Soaring Spire Over 'Sacred Ground'
The design, building the world's tallest tower, embodies a determination to rise beyond 9/11.
Readers Respond To WTC Design Decision
Readers from around the world respond to the selection of the Libeskind design for Ground Zero.
What Ever Happened To The Office Space?
The issue of how much office space to build has been put on the back burner. But is this good for lower Manhattan?
Libeskind's WTC Design Study Text
The complete text of Daniel Libeskind's statement on his team's proposal which was chosen as the winner in the WTC design competition.
How The Ground Zero Plans Changed
After being selected, the Ground Zero design competition finalists extensively changed their designs to make them more realistic.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
EMC Planning Group, Inc.
Planetizen
Planetizen
Mpact (formerly Rail~Volution)
Great Falls Development Authority, Inc.
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
