Chris Stines is Planetizen's former Editor and the founder of Urban Insight, a leading digital agency. Chris has 25 years of experience in technology consulting and urban planning and has served as a consultant to public sector state, county, and local agencies, Fortune 500 private firms, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
The Myth Of Solid Ground, Reviewed
In his recent book, The Myth of Solid Ground, David Ulin looks at what earthquakes might mean, from a cultural standpoint -- including what scientific, or pseudo-scientific, techniques now hope to predict future seismic catastrophe.
Toll Bros. Reports $92K Profit Per New Home In 2005
Toll Brothers, a publicly-listed housing construction firm, is one of the largest in the United States, and it specializes in using its financial and political clout to profitably and legally address zoning problems.
Plan Allows Entire Big Easy To Be Rebuilt
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers release a new flood plain advisory for New Orleans' flooded areas.
Can Architecture Help Housing?
Architects can no longer ignore housing issues.
The Cost Of Sprawl In Central Florida
Sprawl defines life in Central Florida, and costs citizens much more than just money, writes staff writer Rich Mckay.