A Tale of Three Places

There are lots of ways to define and think about walkability, but for us, it’s clear: walkability and nice places go hand-in-hand. We look at three places and discover what’s working and what’s not.

Why is Missing Middle Housing “Missing?”

As we and others have noted, there is a clear and growing demand for walkable urban living. Around the country, cities and builders are seeing that home buyers and renters of all walks of life want walkable environments that foster human interaction and allow easy access to nearby amenities.

Missing Middle Housing is Everywhere in 2016 Housing Trends

With the downturn of the late aughts increasingly in the rear view, the real estate picture continues to look rosy. When it comes to real estate trends shaping our communities in 2016, we’re seeing Missing Middle Housing everywhere.

Reasons to Invest in Missing Middle Housing: A Call to Action for Cities and Developers

The benefits of walkable living are well documented. As noted in the Surgeon General’s new Step It Up campaign, walkability positively impacts the mental and physical health of residents. It also contributes to better environmental stewardship, by avoiding sprawl and it’s over-use of our land resources, and by reducing dependence on automobiles. As such, cities must invest in walkable neighborhoods to support the environment and health of their citizens.

3 Ways Walkability and Bikeability Help Neighborhoods Thrive

Walkability is in demand, and it’s easy to see why. Pedestrian fatalities prove the dangers of development that privileges automobile traffic over that of pedestrians and bikers. Walkable, bikeable neighborhoods are better for the environment, and allow people to reach most of their everyday destinations in five to ten minutes, no driving required.