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Globalizing New Urbanism: It's a Big World Out There*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Wed, 06/06/2007 - 10:33am
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As affluence increases in developing countries like China and India, common sense within the development community seems to decrease—just as it did in the United States. Current trends reject time-honored patterns of urban fabric in f... read more »
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New Urbanism 101*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Wed, 06/06/2007 - 9:33am
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An in-depth primer on the history, principles, and concepts of New Urbanism. This day-long course provides an illustrated introduction to New Urbanism and a foundation in key concepts such as suburban retrofits, revitalization, and the ... read more »
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New Initiatives Forum*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Fri, 06/01/2007 - 3:55pm
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Would you like to start a new initiative? Hash out a thorny new urbanist issue with colleagues? Join CNU initiative leaders in collaborative discussions about future projects. Accessibility and affordability were just two of the many in... read more »
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Developing Across the Transect in Philadelphia*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Fri, 06/01/2007 - 2:57pm
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Four new urbanist developers from across the Delaware Valley discuss the challenges of creating mixed-use, walkable neighborhoods in one of America's oldest metropolitan areas. From urban infill in Center City to greenfield Traditional ... read more »
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Education Lunch: Contributed Scholarly Papers Session*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Fri, 06/01/2007 - 2:40pm
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Showcasing research on a broad range of topics about New Urbanism, six papers were selected for their academic rigor, scholarship, originality, and creativity. Each presentation will last 15 minutes, with a 5-minute question-and-answer ... read more »
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Building Narrow Streets While Accommodating Timely Emergency Response*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Fri, 06/01/2007 - 2:22pm
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Narrow streets are considered advantageous for walkable and livable neighborhoods. This session will focus on the principles and best practices of healthy street designs that work for everyone, featuring access management steps that inc... read more »
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TOD in Distressed Communities*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Fri, 06/01/2007 - 2:03pm
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By 2030, demand for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is expected to double. However, rebuilding around transit stops in established yet distressed neighborhoods continues to face significant challenges. Meet these challenges with cutt... read more »
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Is Small the New Big? New Trends in a Slowing Building Industry*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Wed, 05/23/2007 - 2:06pm
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This panel looks at the national trend toward quality spaces, away from the McMansion to smaller, better-built homes, such as the Katrina Cottage. The demand for building smaller comes from homeowners who want comfortable places to live... read more »
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Form Based Codes: Significant Work in Progress*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Thu, 05/10/2007 - 3:34pm
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Form-Based Codes are being rapidly prepared and adopted across the U.S. in ever-increasing numbers. This panel will review transect-based coding efforts in several states, including infill along the damaged Gulf Coast. It will explore d... read more »
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A Pattern Book for Habitat for Humanity: A Tool for Mixed-Income Neighborhoods*
Submitted by Filmanowicz on Thu, 05/10/2007 - 3:31pm
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The Institute of Classical Architecture and Classical America and Habitat for Humanity are collaborating to design homes that fit within the context and architectural traditions of the community in which they are built. Learn how the Ha... read more »
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