Urban Edge
Why Residents Have Nuanced Views of Gentrification
Research reveals stark differences among how middle-class residents perceive redevelopment.
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What Are “Road Diets,” and Why Are They Controversial?
Despite criticism, even the federal government says the technique is effective.
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America’s Highways are Crumbling. Is That a Bad Thing?
Former Milwaukee mayor urges cities to re-think the urban highway and focus on the street grid.
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Forget What You’ve Heard, Houston Really Does Have Zoning (Sort Of)
Space City has a reputation for being the only big American city without zoning. That reputation is undeserved.
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How Can We Improve Rice Village? Here Are Four Options
The Houston dining and retail destination is sorely in need of an upgrade. A few steps would go a long way.
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Physical Address
Rice University
Kraft Hall
6100 Main Street, Suite 305
Houston, TX 77005-1892