Urbanism is a planning and development approach based on the principles of how cities and towns had been built for the last several centuries: walkable blocks and streets, housing and shopping in close proximity, and accessible public spaces. In other words: New Urbanism focuses on human-scaled urban design. Also know as Urban Planning. Urban planning is the process of developing and designing urban areas. Encompassed in that process is the use of open land, air, water, and the built environment, including buildings, transportation, economic and social functions.
Place making has meant designing Smart Community’s that emphasize walkability, sustainability, are bicycle friendly, can accommodate a mix-of-uses, become a future incubator for jobs, and ultimately offer a diversiy of housing options.
