Tall timber construction is coming—this video proves why
A stress test by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill proves the strength of this sustainable building system.
Right pot laws can maximize revenue, minimize use, says economists
A new study offers insights into legalization’s hazy effects on government revenue
Widening gap between homeowners and renters tells story of U.S. inequality
Post-recession shifts in the housing market are putting more and more pressure on renters, exacerbating inequality.
Iconic Syndey Opera House is getting an acoustic upgrade
While the building's billowing white facade remains one of the world’s most iconic works of architecture, the building’s interior acoustics are some of the worst in the country.
Augmented reality could make construction easier, quicker, and cheaper
New augmented reality systems are already helping workers catch building problems in the digital realm before they’re built.
How Michigan’s capital fixed its lead pipe problem
A decade ago, Lansing, Michigan started replacing its aging water pipes before lead levels endangered its citizens. But there’s more to learn from how this city handled its water.
New mobile games offer design-minded play at Milan Triennale
A handful of surreal interactive experiences are offering a fresh perspective in this new golden age of gaming.
New Future Cities Accelerator spending $1M to jumpstart urban innovation
The new competition, funded by the Rockefeller Foundation and Unreasonable Institute, is calling for proposals that solve urban issues, from crime and inequality to pollution and aging infrastructure.
