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The essential guide to Colorado’s best ski towns

These modern prefab homes were designed for adding housing density

The pair of gabled homes were built on a single lot by architecture students at the University of Kansas.

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The architect making playgrounds reflect how children actually play

To Meghan Talarowski, play is "so much more than just physical activity."

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The Curbed guide to Colorado ski country

Our comprehensive guide outlines everything you need to know about skiing in Colorado, from where to stay to the best activities on and off the snow.

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Trump’s new homeless czar a ‘real-life horror,’ say housing advocates

Robert Marbut’s polarizing methodology goes against the "housing first" approach that has worked in many U.S. cities.

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These maps show how the Green New Deal will look different across America

The 2100 Project shows the urgency of combating climate change for communities across the U.S.

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NYC’s best (and worst) architecture of 2019: Hudson Yards, TWA Hotel, and more

The good, the bad, and the Vessel.

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Ski industry’s ‘biggest crisis’ is affordable workforce housing

From Vail to Vermont, providing affordable and accessible homes for workers an uphill climb.

Retro malls live forever in rad new photo book 

Decline of Mall Civilization captures era of perms, parking lots, and food courts.

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Bringing new life to a design pioneer’s quirky Old Town home

Walter Netsch designed the house as a showcase for art. The new owners’ revamp spotlights the architecture.

22 cool gift ideas for people who love the outdoors

A curated, tried-and-tested list of the best camping gear for RV owners, van lifers, and outdoorsy folk of all stripes.

Get ready for more Airstream hotels

AutoCamp’s first East Coast location brings the iconic silver bullet travel trailers to Cape Cod.

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The architect who uses performance to open up public space

Through site-specific installations, Bryony Roberts addresses democracy, spatial justice, historic preservation, and identity.

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Mapping the tech takeover of New York City

Where five of the biggest tech companies are signing leases in Manhattan.

The bath bubble

With freestanding tubs, we’re embracing self-care, seeking status, and perhaps feeling a little lonely.

Chic decor ideas to steal from a striking home in Chicago

It’s never too late to find your perfect statement piece.

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They’re putting the public back in public space

Meet five practitioners who want our shared spaces to be a resource for those who use them

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Minimalist Houston home is an art collector’s dream for $3.3M

Designed around a picturesque courtyard, the four-bedroom house is like living in a chic art museum.

Bauhaus takes center stage in Google’s vast new online exhibition

If you’re not Bauhaus’d out yet, Google has a treat for you.

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How wealthy tourists gentrified a ski town into a housing crisis

Tourism has created the most unequal city in the U.S.

The 2010s changed how you shop for homes. Will the 2020s change the way you buy them?

Real estate portals like Zillow and Redfin transformed the role of the realtor

Do homeless people have the right to sleep on the street? Supreme Court may decide

Martin v. City of Boise says cities can’t punish homeless people for sleeping outdoors unless they provide adequate accommodations.

101 books about where—and how—we live

Urban classics and new favorites to read and give.

9 gorgeous plant gifts you’ll want to keep for yourself

With a growing list of online plant shops, it’s easier than ever to send a bit of greenery to a loved one.

Why California, and the nation, shouldn’t be afraid of density and upzoning

New research suggests even modest densification can add housing without changing neighborhood character.

What are you obsessed with in your home?

Submit an idea for a first-person essay to Curbed’s Show & Tell column.

Futuristic modern home goes all in on curves

The striking exterior was designed as an extension of the artificial landscape, with big glass walls and rounded shapes that appear to fuse with the terrain.

Kansas City becomes first major U.S. city to make public transit free

Can the Missouri city’s free bus system save transit ridership?

The Cyber Week furniture deals worth shopping now

Sales on furniture, decor, and other home items are still happening all week.

These mayors pledged to reduce emissions. Why are they widening highways?

Some Climate Mayors make big promises on the international stage, but expand fossil-fuel infrastructure at home.

101 ways to live sustainably

The least you can do to make a big difference where you live.

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Elaborate new Airbnb treehouse takes root near East Atlanta Village

The elevated, rustic-modern structure allows guests to nest among the trees.

Desert ranch home goes contemporary in Santa Fe for $1.4M

The 3,752-square-foot ranch looks right at home in New Mexico thanks to its boxy lines, flat roof, and neutral-colored stucco.

Minimalist backyard addition is an ode to neutrals

The space is swathed in pale oak and bookended by walls of white-washed brick, giving it a meditative effect.

Why LeBron James’s hometown philanthropy is powering forward on supportive housing

By expanding its mission, his foundation has embraced a holistic approach to urban challenges.

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The homeownership obsession

How buying homes became a part of the American dream—and also a nightmare.

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8 off-the-grid huts for the ultimate Colorado backcountry getaway

From rustic, far-from-civilization cabins to brand-new lodges with chef-prepared meals, here’s how to find the perfect backcountry escape.

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Curbed’s ultimate holiday shopping guide

The things we loved this year, on trend or timeless, that we’re eager to give (and receive)

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1880 Italianate duplex turned single-family home asks $249K

Nineteenth-century features abound, including the home’s boxy shape, tall, pedimented windows, flat roof, and eaves with elaborate brackets.

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Here’s how LA’s transit network changed over the last decade

New rail and rapid bus projects—including the Expo Line.

My new home came with chickens

Caring for the chatty, social creatures meant I was deep in the long-term of my new life from day one.

Sleek London building is a marvel of modern masonry

The Interlock, a new mixed-use building in London, features a facade of 5,000 precision-designed bricks.