A Competition to Re-Think the Suburbs

A little bit of absurdity may not be a bad thing.

Governing, September 2009

Cul-de-sacked

Is the icon of suburban street design bound for extinction?

Governing, May 2009

Honey, Our House is Historic!

Buildings from the mid-20th century are becoming eligible for landmark status. Local governments are trying to decide which are worth preserving.

Governing, October 2006

Plus: I interview three experts about preserving the ’50s. 

     * Dwayne Jones, executive director of Preservation Dallas

     * Julie Lawless, Ft. Worth planning department

     * Ron Wright, Arlington city councilman