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San Francisco
fromMission Local
16 hours ago

What will it take to convert downtown San Francisco offices into housing?

San Francisco struggles with high office vacancy rates post-COVID, prompting efforts to convert office spaces into housing.
NYC real estate
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 weeks ago

Mayor Adams Proposes Building 2nd-Tallest Residential Tower In Brooklyn

Mayor Eric Adams proposes a significant residential tower project to enhance Brooklyn's skyline and increase affordable housing options.
Brooklyn
fromCurbed
1 week ago

Brooklyn Tower Might Get a Slightly Shorter Neighbor

Brooklyn is poised to gain a second-tallest tower, enhancing its skyline and addressing affordable housing.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

The Daily Dirt: 5 real estate problems and how pols are fixing them, or not

The low vacancy rate raises rents, benefiting property owners but hurting others; mayoral candidates propose extensive housing plans to address the crisis.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
16 hours ago

What will it take to convert downtown San Francisco offices into housing?

San Francisco struggles with high office vacancy rates post-COVID, prompting efforts to convert office spaces into housing.
NYC real estate
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 weeks ago

Mayor Adams Proposes Building 2nd-Tallest Residential Tower In Brooklyn

Mayor Eric Adams proposes a significant residential tower project to enhance Brooklyn's skyline and increase affordable housing options.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Crown Estate strikes deal to redevelop Smithfield

The Crown Estate partners with Lendlease to drive major urban redevelopment projects in Birmingham and London, unlocking significant economic growth.
Brooklyn
fromCurbed
1 week ago

Brooklyn Tower Might Get a Slightly Shorter Neighbor

Brooklyn is poised to gain a second-tallest tower, enhancing its skyline and addressing affordable housing.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

The Daily Dirt: 5 real estate problems and how pols are fixing them, or not

The low vacancy rate raises rents, benefiting property owners but hurting others; mayoral candidates propose extensive housing plans to address the crisis.
#architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Karper Building Renovation / he! architectuur + buro kiss + EA+

The renovation project emphasizes urban densification and sustainability by converting an old industrial building into versatile housing and coworking spaces.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

KOKO Market by CPI / Vari Architects

The CPI Island Redevelopment Phase-II focuses on creating a harmonious relationship between architecture and nature through thoughtful design and material use.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

Architecture Now: From India's New Administrative Capital to Brooklyn's Mixed Use Housing Development

Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Karper Building Renovation / he! architectuur + buro kiss + EA+

The renovation project emphasizes urban densification and sustainability by converting an old industrial building into versatile housing and coworking spaces.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

KOKO Market by CPI / Vari Architects

The CPI Island Redevelopment Phase-II focuses on creating a harmonious relationship between architecture and nature through thoughtful design and material use.
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

Architecture Now: From India's New Administrative Capital to Brooklyn's Mixed Use Housing Development

#affordable-housing
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC real estate

This could be Brooklyn's second-tallest skyscraper - if it replaces an 'eyesore' office building

Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Mission residents face a question: More affordable housing or sunlight for kids?

Mission District residents face a choice between preserving affordable housing units or ensuring sufficient sunlight for children at a local school.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

New 72-story tower eyed to replace city-owned 'eyesore' in Brooklyn

The Adams administration plans a 72-story housing project at 395 Flatbush Ave., aiming to provide 1,200 new housing units, including affordable ones.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

This could be Brooklyn's second-tallest skyscraper - if it replaces an 'eyesore' office building

A public-private partnership plans to replace a declining Downtown Brooklyn office building with a new mixed-use tower to meet housing demands.
#housing-policy
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Sadiq Khan explains his controversial U-turn to back green belt house-building

Sadiq Khan's plan to build homes on London's green belt represents a significant policy shift to address housing shortages.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Sadiq Khan explains his controversial U-turn to back green belt house-building

Sadiq Khan's plan to build homes on London's green belt represents a significant policy shift to address housing shortages.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Robert Forster: You improve as a person as you get older. I think that's a fact'

Forster reminisces about Brisbane's past, recalling a vibrant city full of character, contrasting it with the modern luxury malls that dominate today.
London politics
#public-safety
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago
NYC politics

Ramachandran: I'm tired of constantly hearing, 'Well, that's just Oakland.' City needs culture of enforcement.

fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago
NYC politics

Ramachandran: I'm tired of constantly hearing, 'Well, that's just Oakland.' City needs culture of enforcement.

#san-jose
#public-transportation
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
Upper West Side

MTA improves accessibility at 34th St. Penn Station with 2 updated elevators for commuters

fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
NYC politics

Facing overwhelmingly negative feedback, city drafts refinements to residential permit parking program - Austin Monitor

fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
Upper West Side

MTA improves accessibility at 34th St. Penn Station with 2 updated elevators for commuters

fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
NYC politics

Facing overwhelmingly negative feedback, city drafts refinements to residential permit parking program - Austin Monitor

fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Is Oakland's official bird doing OK? Some citizen scientists are worried

"Something is wrong," said Jett, a local resident who has been meticulously watching the birds. "We don't have as many birds here."
Brooklyn
fromEater Atlanta
3 days ago

A Beautiful New Indian Restaurant Is Headed to Midtown

Pataaka, a tapas-style Indian restaurant by Chef Anish Nair, will feature fusion Indian dishes and open in Midtown this fall as part of the Spring Quarter development.
Toronto startup
#mixed-use
Washington DC
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Reservoir District pumps new life into historical Washington site

A new development at the historic McMillan Reservoir site will feature 146 townhouses and blend history with modern living.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Sunnyvale: 101 townhome units planned for Lakewood Shopping Center irks some residents

Mixed reactions from residents over the transformation of a shopping center into a townhome neighborhood highlight tensions between development and local needs.
Washington DC
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Reservoir District pumps new life into historical Washington site

A new development at the historic McMillan Reservoir site will feature 146 townhouses and blend history with modern living.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Sunnyvale: 101 townhome units planned for Lakewood Shopping Center irks some residents

Mixed reactions from residents over the transformation of a shopping center into a townhome neighborhood highlight tensions between development and local needs.
#cycling
#government-policy
#transportation
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
5 days ago

This Miami area has been a place for protest, porn and shopping. Take a look

79th Street and Biscayne Boulevard is a historically significant intersection in Miami, reflecting its cultural evolution and community dynamics.
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago
US politics

Good Morning News: Tearin' Up Pavement, How Fringe Pro-Mortal Beliefs Led to Bombing a Fertility Clinic, and Election Day is Here!

Miami food
fromMiami Herald
5 days ago

This Miami area has been a place for protest, porn and shopping. Take a look

79th Street and Biscayne Boulevard is a historically significant intersection in Miami, reflecting its cultural evolution and community dynamics.
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago
US politics

Good Morning News: Tearin' Up Pavement, How Fringe Pro-Mortal Beliefs Led to Bombing a Fertility Clinic, and Election Day is Here!

London politics
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Crown Estate takes 50% stake in Euston station oversite redevelopment

The government indirectly owns half of HS2's Euston station redevelopment via the Crown Estate.
London politics
fromHomebuilding
5 days ago

Ed Miliband's neighbours complain about heat pump plans due to noise concerns

Controversy over heat pump noise highlights tension between government plans and local objections as UK pushes for low-carbon technology.
fromUntapped New York
7 months ago

New Video Goes Inside NYC's Unfinished Civil War-Era Fort - Untapped New York

The new video short by artist Aaron Asis invites viewers to think about the significance of forgotten historical landmarks like Fort Totten in shaping urban experiences.
NYC music
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

These Rarely-Talked-About American Cities Are Exploding with New Residents

It will surprise many people to learn that New York City isn't the fastest-growing city in the country.
Startup companies
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Save Downtown Menlo takes first step in putting city's plan to eliminate parking on the ballot

This initiative simply says that any plan to diminish public parking downtown should go to the voters. The plazas are public assets, and the public deserves a say before they're lost forever.
Mission District
#community-engagement
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Online Community Development

East Austin leaders look to reset talks over future of Palm Park and school site - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Online Community Development

East Austin leaders look to reset talks over future of Palm Park and school site - Austin Monitor

#housing-crisis
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

London mayor to 'explore' building on green belt

Sadiq Khan to consider building on London's green belt to tackle the housing crisis amid rising homelessness and rents.
#new-york-city
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

NYC leads the pack in post-pandemic return to office

New York City's office building foot traffic has nearly recovered to pre-pandemic levels, leading the nation in post-pandemic recovery.
Other major US cities lag significantly behind, with office visits substantially lower than 2019 figures.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? May 16, 2025

New York City aims to enhance affordable housing by promoting nonprofit ownership of shelters and major housing developments.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

Why Damac Riverside is the new luxury destination in Dubai - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Damac Riverside seamlessly merges waterfront serenity with urban convenience, making it a highly sought-after destination for buyers, investors, and lifestyle seekers in Dubai.
Renovation
#san-francisco
Mission District
fromMedium
2 months ago

Why I love Mission Bay

Mission Bay, often dismissed as sterile, offers vibrant local experiences and community interactions that reveal its unique charm.
from48 hills
1 week ago
NYC politics

A pathetic display of political cowardice at the SF Planning Commission - 48 hills

Mission District
fromMedium
2 months ago

Why I love Mission Bay

Mission Bay, often dismissed as sterile, offers vibrant local experiences and community interactions that reveal its unique charm.
from48 hills
1 week ago
NYC politics

A pathetic display of political cowardice at the SF Planning Commission - 48 hills

East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

This Berkeley neighborhood is thriving except for one intersection. Can it stage a comeback?

The intersection of San Pablo and University in Berkeley symbolizes the tension between historical diversity and present-day urban decline.
#housing
London politics
fromOpen Culture
1 week ago

How Civilizations Built on Top of Each Other: Discover What Lies Beneath Rome, Troy & Other Cities

Lost ancient cities often exist underground, revealing layered histories as civilizations build upon one another.
Archaeological digs reveal how urban environments have been repeatedly rebuilt over time due to disasters.
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago

Environmental Commission approves heritage tree removal for East Austin housing project - Austin Monitor

This is the exact kind of project I wish we saw all the time on this commission because it's an incredible project for a great group.
Online Community Development
fromChowhound
1 week ago

What's A Food Hall And What Makes It Different From A Supermarket? - Chowhound

Food halls represent a modern evolution of the food court, emphasizing local eateries and community engagement over traditional mass-market offerings.
Silicon Valley food
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

BIG Presents Masterplan to Turn the Jebel Ali Racecourse in Dubai into a Green Walkable District

BIG's New Dubai Masterplan transforms Dubai's Jebel Ali Racecourse into a pedestrian-friendly urban district featuring interconnected neighborhoods, a central park, and enhanced mobility.
London startup
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

The Dave Colon Challenge: Whitney Tilson Is Pro-Bike, Pro-Business And Pro-Police - Streetsblog New York City

Mayoral candidates must address NIMBYism to support necessary urban infrastructure and housing development.
San Francisco
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Newsom's Model Ordinance Pushes Homeless Sweeps Across California

California's new ordinance aims to restrict repeated camping and clear homeless encampments from sidewalks, prioritizing shelter provisions.
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's Alleys: Queensborough Passage, W2

The Queensborough Passage in Bayswater, though not particularly beautiful, serves as a crucial and convenient thoroughfare that has seen recent enhancements to its structure and aesthetics.
London food
#lgbtq
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

A sewer in Malibu? January firestorm has coastal city pondering the once-unthinkable

"While Malibu's leaders and citizens remain adamantly in favor of controlled growth, they believe there may be a way to build a sewer that does not open the way for wide-scale development."
Los Angeles
fromLondon Unattached
2 weeks ago

Parlour Song - Greenwich Theatre - Review

"Ned, a successful demolition expert, feels his life collapsing while navigating complexities within his marriage and the absurdity of modern living on a site's past. He reflects, 'everything has its time,' indicating the transience of both life and structures."
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

Red Hook Community Expresses Opposition to Latest Brooklyn Marine Terminal Proposal

Residents express strong opposition to proposed housing plan, fearing significant population increase and its impacts on infrastructure.
Renovation
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago

black charred timber cladding envelops twin gabled houses with one pillar in munich

The project replaces a 1950s single-family house with twin gabled homes designed for multigenerational living.
The design promotes neighborhood interaction and incorporates modern architectural techniques.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Op-Ed: It's Time to Extend the Central Subway to North Beach - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Central Subway opened amid much scrutiny, facing criticisms for budget overruns and construction delays. However, a proposed Phase 3 extension holds promise for future improvements.
Mission District
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