This paper examines the spatial patterns of non-work activities for 34 drivers in the Southeast Michigan region. Capitalizing upon a unique global positioning systems (GPS) dataset and GIS visualization techniques, this study quantifies the spatial distributions of non-work activities for...

A skyline is the urban signature that defines the city's identity and reflects its economic and global standing. Providing visual order and harmony among tall buildings is a key factor for ensuring aesthetically pleasing skylines. Currently, a new generation of skyscrapers, constructed with...

Visions about the use of nanotechnologies in the city, including in the design and construction of built environments, suggest that these technologies could be critically important for solving urban sustainability problems. We argue that such visions often overlook two critical and interrelated...