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- "Birmingham 2016" Takes Advantage of "New Urbanism" Concept"New Urbanism" is meant to make it easier for residents of a city such as Birmingham to get around by making it possible to walk to various businesses.
At Warwick Grove in Warwick, New York Everything Old is New AgainWarwick Grove is a livable, walkable, diverse community nestled comfortably into a Warwick, NY neighborhood. It is also a successful example of The New Urbanism philosophy of development.- Alice Walker's "Everyday Use": Reviewing Constance Wangero and Dee JohnsonThe name "Wangero," is prominent in Alice Walker's renowned story "Everyday Use" that bears a mid-20th Century flavor. Youngster Dee adopts the name after she leaves the rural Deep South for college and urbanism and becomes modernized and radicalized.
- Century City - Hip and HappeningIf you don't have a clue what "new urbanism" means, you're in good company.
- A Concise Review of "Everyday Use": The Short Story by Alice WalkerThis story illustrates the transition, transformation, and dispossession of black culture and tradition of the southern rural background, to that of capitalism, urbanism, and individualism.
- Urbanism Vs. Ruralism in Ecological FictionThe centuries have proven that societies of nature or societies of advancement are two conflicting ideals. As long as life has existed, man has had a one-sided relationship with nature. Man has gone from adapting...
- The Heart and Soul of Rio Rancho, New MexicoIs Rio Rancho, New Mexico a nice city? It's the fourth fastest growing city in the country. What brings people here?
Southern Village: Revival of the Traditional Neighborhood DesignSouthern Village is a new urbanism community located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It is a popular neighborhood. When you purchase a home in Southern Village, you purchase a lifestyle.
Investment Anticipates ConsumptionInvestment Anticipates Consumption - responding to "What defined the recent recession was the biggest decline in consumption and investment since the Depression."
2011 Garden TrendsThis is an annual trend report by The Garden Media Group. Throughout the year The Garden Media Group surveys landscape designers, green industry leaders, buyers and growers as to what is hot for the next year. Green walls and CSAs are taking off!
An American Playground: A Cultural AnalysisVisiting a playground gives a great deal of insight on the priorities and values of a culture. The people are the culture as seen in this cultural analysis of an American playground.
Promiscuous PatternsPatterns have been in and out of architecture in the past. Contemporary architects are using them to give their projects strong aesthetic identities, and also to integrate everything from structure to material to behavior.- Birmingham Planning Board Approves Small Business in Residential AreasThe City of Birmingham's Planning Board voted unanimously to amend the zoning regulations to allow for small-scale business in the MX (mixed use) District.
- North Oak Cliff: Subversive DallasNorth Oak Cliff is bringing Metroplex citizens back into the centerfold of the city.
- Prejudice and Discrimination in RwandaThe article uncovers the prejudice and discrimination that takes place in a small nation "Rwanda" located in Africa.
- Development and Evolution of the Juvenile Justice SystemSince it began, the juvenile justice system has continued to grow and evolve. Over time, many precedents have been set to protect juveniles.
Breaking the Age BarrierAgeing Anecdotes. Old people doing remarkable things.- Hybrid CarsIt's now 2009 and every car company has their eyes set to the future, or maybe to their wallets. Which fuel efficient cars are for the environment, and which are for the companies' profit?
- MEDIAWEEK Upfront, Bigger Than Hollywood, NAB Show, Experimental Cinema Exposition, Glasgow's HinterlandGlasgow will host the first ever Hinterland, a multi venue arts and music festival which will take place in and around 20 music art venues in central Glasgow with performances by established groups like post-punk band The Fall, April 30 to May 1
- A History of the Epcot of Walt Disney's DreamThis is not about a park this is about a history of the original plans for Epcot and how the Epcot park came to be.
- Let the Countdown BeginThe Obama-Biden campaign dust settles in the West as the early voters come out to show their support for Presidential hopeful Senator Barack Obama.
What Places Would Kids Enjoy in Mexico City?Mexico City has many attractions catering to all ages. We parents would like to learn more about her rich history and culture but the kids may not appreciate that, so we have to include some child-friendly attractions our itinerary to keep everyone happy.- Contemplating Newport NewsIn order to truly get a feel for a metropolitan area you have to experience all that it has to offer.
- Creative Fifth Street Bridge Brings Green Space to Urban AtlantaRecently completed construction has transformed Atlanta's Fifth Street Bridge into a park and gardens 17 feet above a busy interstate.
How Urban Sprawl Ruins RoadsSpreading development eats up government resources, leading to deterioration of established roads and other infrastructure. Learn why you should care.- Visiting Disney World: The History of World that Walt Built!Walt's ingenious vision and dreams
Summer Fun in Southern CaliforniaWith summer fun just around the corner, where can we go in Southern California for this feeling of belonging? What about that Beautiful Downtown Burbank Johnnie Carson used to joke about.
Is Money by Martin Amis Still Relevant?A short review looking back at Martin Amis 1984 novel 'Money' and considering its relevance today.- Urbanization ConceptsUrbanization, by definition, is the increase in population over time. Urbanization has profound effects on economy, ecology, and lifestyles of the area's inhabitants.
Suburban Sprawl - Heaven or Hell?Most Americans live in suburban sprawl. In the past 50 years nearly all new housing has been in automobile-dependent places. But a high fraction of Americans want something else. Tthe sprawl industry uses its money to keep out competition.
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