Culture
NW Urban: Bringing Bremerton Back
Ten years ago, Bremerton was at death's door. Now it's one of the fastest - and smartest - growing cities in Puget Sound.
Mark Hinshaw
Mark Hinshaw, FAIA, is an architect and urban planner. He was an architecture critic for The Seattle Times and is the author of many articles and books, including Citistate Seattle (1999).
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Culture
NW Urban: Changing cities on the Sound
The transformation of three Puget Sound cities heralds a bold new era in urban living.
Politics
Winslow (Un)Paves the Way
A major makeover transforms Bainbridge Island's town center - in a really cool way.
Politics
Activating Streets: The makeover of Pioneer Square
The ISI has been studying streets and alleys in Seattle’s “first neighborhood” and suggesting ways to make them safer, more usable and appealing.
Politics
Seattle's Stramp: a swirling confection could finally link the Market and the waterfront
A rich, multi-party plan proposes a new “front porch” for Seattle. Sloping ramps, rooftop gardens, broad terraces, new stalls, cafes and housing -- and some killer views of Elliott Bay.