March 15, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Many cities have struggled with the revitalization of their urban cores. Orlando isn't one of them. A sleepy central business district twenty years ago continues its radical transformation into an...
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February 25, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Some look at the Jacksonville Landing as a failure that's past its prime and believe that taxpayers should pay to demolish the complex, evicting several businesses from the downtown core...
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February 14, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
In honor of Black History Month, here's five internationally known African-American individuals who spent some time in Jacksonville.
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February 8, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
This may be an area you don't recognize today. The maritime industrial district in this article grew up around two railroad lines into downtown Jacksonville that no longer exist.
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January 24, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Join The Jaxson tonight for a free discussion focusing on the impact of Jacksonville's changing demographics on current and future transportation initiatives.
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January 22, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Inspired by Greenville, South Carolina and envisioning a better downtown, Lakeland, Florida's city leaders view existing surface parking as fertile ground for office, retail and additional multi-family housing. With this...
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January 16, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
The Sun Belt has seen substantial population growth since the 1960s from an influx of people seeking a warm and sunny climate, a surge in retiring baby boomers, and growing...
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January 7, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Sights and scenes from around Downtown Detroit during the holiday season.
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January 3, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Brightline (now Virgin Trains USA), the first new major private passenger intercity rail system in the United States in over a century has a new name and growth plans that...
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December 31, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Modern Cities and the Jaxson covered a lot of ground in 2018. Today, we take a look at the 20 most popular articles of the year, ranked by number of...
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December 4, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Modern Cities takes a trip to the Polk Historical Museum to identify 15 things about a major Central Florida county that you didn't already know.
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November 15, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Strategic Property Partners, LLC Has Broken Ground on First Residential Building in Water Street Tampa Neighborhood. 815 Water Street, designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, offers the first chance to...
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November 12, 2018 | Melissa Hege, AICP
It's not every day that you can enjoy an intimate meal with 400 of your closest friends, but community dinners are a thing. And Miami isn't going to be left...
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October 29, 2018 | Bill Delaney
On October 23, The Jaxson hosted our first ever live event, 'Forgotten Spaces: Places Reimagined.' Scroll down for the full video.
Read moreOctober 19, 2018 | Ennis Davis
Join The Jaxson on the evening of October 23 for Forgotten Spaces, a free discussion about how the history and importance of a space becomes forgotten over time and how...
October 18, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Could an influx of private sector investment fuel long needed economic growth into our most distressed neighborhoods? Or will a new community development program designed to drive private investment to...
October 1, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
A cool time-lapse video of Manhattan's Waterline Square, a luxury residential development designed by Rafael Viñoly Architects, Richard Meier & Partners Architects, and Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF).
July 9, 2018 | Ennis Davis
The creators of Modern Cities, in association with WJCT Public Broadcasting, are launching The Jaxson, a new website dedicated to urbanism and culture on Florida’s First Coast.
May 24, 2018 | Ennis Davis
The Census Bureau recently released their 2017 estimates for the country's largest cities. Here's a look at the latest numbers for the country's largest 100 cities. Find out where your...
May 17, 2018 | Ennis Davis
A look at Chicago, home of the world's first skyscraper, from the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower).
April 22, 2018 | Ennis Davis
From downtown urban areas to suburban shopping malls and strip centers, food halls are continuing to thrive within the communities they serve. Here's a look at the transformation of a...
March 18, 2018 | Ennis Davis
In Chicago for an Alfred Benesch & Company (Benesch) Emerging Leaders Leadership Development Program, Modern Cities' Ennis Davis takes a look at one of the country's most famous St. Patrick's...
March 18, 2018 | Mike Field
Starbucks is launching a long-term effort to create local jobs, provide training opportunities for youth and invest in local minority-owned businesses.
March 12, 2018 | Mike Field
Salvation Army grocery stores to open across the United States to provide lower income families with better access to healthy foods.
January 31, 2018 | Ennis Davis
Energy provider to relocate Florida headquarters to Nassau County community.
January 7, 2018 | Ennis Davis
5 major chains likely to close stores or file for bankruptcy in 2018.
December 29, 2017 | Ennis Davis
The top 25 most popular Modern Cities articles of 2017 by number of views.
December 20, 2017 | Mike Field
The Moby Mart is an autonomous, staffless, mobile store, turning every parking space in the world into a potential new 24-hour store.
December 15, 2017 | Ennis Davis
Like nearly every major metropolitan area in the country, Jacksonville is preparing to give up its goodies to land Amazon's coveted second headquarters. Here's a brief video highlighting the city's...
November 29, 2017 | Ennis Davis
Sometimes called Sarasota Modern, the Sarasota School of Architecture is a modern style of architecture embracing Florida's climate that came to prominence following the end of World War II.
October 31, 2017 | Mike Field
Innovative, two-year pilot program provides critical capital and training for next generation of developers building communities of opportunity.
October 23, 2017 | Mike Field
Analysis looks at a decade of data to determine which communities are undergoing dynamic transformations, and which are standing still.
September 14, 2017 | Mike Field
New concept from retailer Nordstrom features personal stylists, manicurists, a tailor, beer and wine - but no clothing, shoes or merchandise of any kind.
July 24, 2017 | Mike Field
Amazon's Treasure Trucks hawk everything from GoPros to poke bowls and Harry Potter books.
June 16, 2017 | Mike Field
The nation's largest brick and mortar retailer gearing up to fight rival Amazon's grocery concept.
June 8, 2017 | Ennis Davis
The Census Bureau recently released their 2016 estimates for the country's largest cities. Here's a look at the latest numbers for the country's largest 100 cities. Find out where your...
May 31, 2017 | Ennis Davis
Each week, WJCT News Director Jessica Palombo talks with Modern Cities about the latest business trends affecting the First Coast. During this week's Monday morning business brief, Ennis Davis, AICP...
May 18, 2017 | Ennis Davis
In honor of National Museum Day, here's 11 free admission cultural destinations worth visiting in Florida.
April 6, 2017 | Ennis Davis
Viewers installed throughout downtown Long Beach gives visitors a glimpse into the city's past.
March 30, 2017 | Mike Field
Ikea’s solar-powered, flat pack home can be deployed in neighborhoods, disaster zones or deserts. Has the Swedish retailer made a major breakthrough in affordable housing?
March 20, 2017 | Mike Field
A look at what the President's proposed budget will mean for cities, and reaction from city leaders.
February 13, 2017 | Mike Field
After decades of sprawl, Memphis begins to reconsider its growth pattern and chart a new course towards fiscal sustainability.
January 30, 2017 | Mike Field
As heavy truck traffic is removed from the streets of Ybor City, efforts to return the area to its place as one of West Florida's most vibrant urban neighborhoods receive...
January 29, 2017 | Mike Field
The Milwaukee Bucks advance plans to construct a community gathering space adjacent to the new Wisconsin Entertainment & Sports Center that will serve as a year-round hub for activity in...
December 30, 2016 | Ennis Davis
The top 25 most popular Modern Cities articles of 2016 by number of views.
December 28, 2016 | Ennis Davis
Did you know that Mobile, AL is home to the tallest building on the Gulf Coast between Houston and South Florida? If not, here's 27 other things you probably didn't...
December 14, 2016 | Ennis Davis
Architects-In-Training Ledia Durmishaj and Samantha Wai provide a behind the scenes look into the design of Gresham, Smith & Partners (GS&P). Located on the top floor of One Enterprise Center,...
December 1, 2016 | Ennis Davis
Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry recently announced his desire for state funding to begin removing the Hart Bridge Expressway ramps along the downtown riverfront as early as next year. For those...
November 24, 2016 | Ennis Davis
Millennials. It’s a term we hear often, but what exactly does it mean? Well, for starters, it represents the largest generation currently on our planet, who just so happen to...
November 2, 2016 | Ennis Davis
Amazon plans to build 2,000 drive through grocery stores across the country. Is America ready?
October 25, 2016 | Ennis Davis
ULI North Florida recently hosted the 5th Annual Awards for Excellence event in downtown Jacksonville to showcase projects throughout North Florida that represent the best practices in all aspects of...
October 6, 2016 | Ennis Davis
A look at plans to develop the International African American Museum on the very site where an estimated 100,000 enslaved West Africans entered the United States.
September 13, 2016 | Ennis Davis
Once a major retirement destination known as 'God's Waiting Room' and stagnant growth, St. Petersburg is proving that new home construction doesn't always mean building farther out.
August 10, 2016 | Mike Field
While a 25,000 sq ft, multi-million dollar food hall recently opened after over a year in the making just blocks away, a similar concept had already activated a blighted lot...
August 9, 2016 | Ennis Davis
Phase one construction of Miami Worldcenter, America’s second-largest luxury urban development, is now underway.
June 28, 2016 | Ennis Davis
A wholesale district is an area where a compact cluster of intermediary entities that buy in bulk and sell to resellers rather than to consumers are located. Here's a quick...
May 23, 2016 | Ennis Davis
The Census Bureau recently released their 2015 estimates for the country's largest cities. Here's a look at the latest numbers for the country's largest 100 cities. Find out where your...
March 9, 2015 | Ennis Davis
In preparation the 2016 American Planning Association (APA) National Planning Conference in Phoenix, AZ, we look back at a young planner's recollection of attending the conference for the first time...
March 15, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Many cities have struggled with the revitalization of their urban cores. Orlando...
February 25, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Some look at the Jacksonville Landing as a failure that's past its...
February 14, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
In honor of Black History Month, here's five internationally known African-American individuals...
February 8, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
This may be an area you don't recognize today. The maritime industrial...
January 24, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Join The Jaxson tonight for a free discussion focusing on the impact...
January 30, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Pilsen is a neighborhood of Chicago located on the Lower West Side...
December 24, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
During recent decades, Savannah has become internationally known for its revitalized historic...
December 18, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
As the City of Jacksonville and Groundwork Jacksonville embark on a long...
December 6, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Modern Cities takes a before and after look at the transformation of...
September 4, 2018 | Ennis Davis
Modern Cities takes a look at the rebirth of what was once...
August 27, 2018 | Ennis Davis
With evening temperatures in the 70's, Chicago's riverwalk has become one of...
February 15, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Could Brightline (Virgin Trains USA) be headed to Jacksonville? The existing and...
January 25, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Here's a list ranking the 20 most dangerous metropolitan areas for walking...
September 18, 2018 | Ennis Davis
Brightline to build express intercity passenger rail connecting Southern California and Las...
September 10, 2018 | Ennis Davis
Modern Cities takes a stroll through America's first industrial town: Chicago's Pullman...
July 26, 2018 | Ennis Davis
SunRail's latest extension is expected to increase ridership levels and spur economic...
June 25, 2018 | Ennis Davis
In response to an unsolicited proposal by intercity rail operator Brightline, Governor...
March 11, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
What happens when city after city makes the same expensive mistake in...
February 28, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Very few urban revitalization innovations have generated as much popularity as the...
December 14, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Since its opening, Anheuser-Busch has offered free guided tours to anyone willing...
November 30, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
The Hall on Franklin in Tampa's Tampa Heights neighborhood is a European...
November 5, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Does your city have an aging urban retail center that has seen...
September 20, 2018 | Ennis Davis
A collection of aging nondescript warehouses that once served as the terminus...
March 4, 2019 | Adrienne Burke, AICP, Esq.
A tale of two Jacksonville women...Cora Crane and Zora Neale Hurston. These...
December 28, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Rarely seen imagery taken between 1928 and 1929, of Jacksonville's neighborhoods by...
October 30, 2018 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Modern Cities shares the sites and scenes from what may be one...
September 27, 2018 | Ennis Davis
Black history is ineradicable to our cities history, just as it is...
August 10, 2018 | Ennis Davis
Modern Cities takes a look at a city that has built an...
July 30, 2018 | Ennis Davis
A look into the industrial ruins and remains of a 19th century...
March 15, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Many cities have struggled with the revitalization of their urban cores. Orlando...
March 12, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Sights and scenes from a rainy February 2019 night in Downtown Houston....
March 11, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
What happens when city after city makes the same expensive mistake in...
March 6, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
The power and elegance of adaptive reuse in urban settings comes in...
March 4, 2019 | Adrienne Burke, AICP, Esq.
A tale of two Jacksonville women...Cora Crane and Zora Neale Hurston. These...
February 28, 2019 | Ennis Davis, AICP
Very few urban revitalization innovations have generated as much popularity as the...