Neighborhoods
Buildings don’t stand alone; they’re part of a community. If the fabric of that community supports goals like walkability and cycling, then efforts within the buildings to support those activities can really make a difference.
Lighting of public spaces, multifunctional “complete streets,” a good mix of populations and occupancies, and more are key to creating vibrant communities that support healthy, low-impact lifestyles.
Neighborhoods
Deep Dives
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Quick Takes
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In The News
We break news down to the essentials and provide expert analysis.
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Surgeon General to Designers: Promote More Walking
News Brief
The U.S. Surgeon General has made walkable communities this year’s nationwide health focus.
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Walkable Texas Neighborhood Turns Out to Be Walked In
News Analysis
Research shows that when they moved to a more livable community, new residents reported more physical activity, social engagement, and cohesion.
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Streets Designed for Speed Faulted in Pedestrian Deaths
News Brief
Ranking cities by danger to pedestrians, a new report says bad design causes 5,000 pedestrian fatalities each year.
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Young Residents, New Businesses Flock to Old Neighborhoods
News Brief
Research from Preservation Green Lab suggests that age-diverse buildings contribute more to vital, livable communities.
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