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U.S. Urban Population Is Up ... But What Does 'Urban' Really Mean?
Census definitions include a wide spectrum of places that count as cities.
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Photos
Invisible Urbanite
An artist camouflages himself to look just like what's around him.
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Should We Pay People to Drive Off-Peak?
Rewarding commuters who switch travel modes or times may be more effective than charging those who drive at rush hour, a new study suggests.
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Urban Wonk
Why Community-Based Planning Works Better Than Anything Else
A Boston neighborhood comes together to solve severe disinvestment, illegal dumping, and lot vacancies.
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Where the Green Jobs Are
Some 3.1 million people are employed in "green goods and services" jobs, but state patterns vary considerably.
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The Accidental DIY Developer
Chicago artist Theaster Gates takes his neighborhood-changing projects on the road.
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The Big Fix
The Science of Quieter Cities
Tired of listening to your neighbor's shoes, the garbage truck, and the sound of car traffic? What if you didn't have to?
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Fashion Accessory of the Day: Light-Up Bicycling Gloves
These LED-studded gloves not only look nifty, but could save lives, too.
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Maps
An Online Map You'll Actually Want to Look At
A cartography design studio creates unique map skins for a more aesthetically pleasing online experience.
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Photos
The Ultra-Classy Street Furniture of Rotterdam
A Dutch artist created illegal but highly luxurious street signs, a leather-padded bench and a walnut garbage can.
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