Jun 11th 2010 4:30PM
Ever wondered how you could go "back to the land" while retaining the comforts of your urban apartment? You're in luck because an everyday revolution is being revived in part by people like Kelly Coyne and Erik Knutzen. They are the creators of the blog homegrownrevolution.org, and they just came out with the second... Continue Reading »
May 27th 2010 12:00PM
As suburban sprawl continues and traffic demands increase everywhere, more homeowners are faced with an annoying byproduct: noise. But there are numerous ways to fight noise. We'll start with your yard. Several "green" solutions exist that, when combined, can reduce the perception of noise. Here are some things you can... Continue Reading »
May 18th 2010 2:15PM
Renters might want to take another look at this economic downturn. Why? Well, it could signal some really big changes in the way Americans live. In fact, renters may be at the forefront of massive lifestyle changes. Urban-studies theorist Richard Florida has a few ideas about what this economic downturn could mean and is... Continue Reading »
Feb 12th 2010 1:45PM
Forget the snow: Your lawn chair-sitting days in the middle of Times Square have been extended! Mayor Bloomberg has decided to keep Times Square a pedestrian-friendly walking mall. This is tremendously good news for mid-town residents. Will the area be seen as a more desirable rental location in Manhattan? Will nearby... Continue Reading »
Feb 2nd 2010 5:00PM
New Yorkers are ahead of the curve when it comes to their city's environmental sustainability thanks to plaNYC, an initiative established by the mayor in 2007. Last week the city released a forward-thinking plan to tackle a large challenge it faces: introducing and accommodating electric vehicles (EVs) in the city... Continue Reading »
