Metropolis has long been the magazine for those interested in architecture, design, planning, and related fields — although it’s focused on physical design, Metropolis often carries great writing on urban planning issues. More recently, Dwell is much more of a consumer mag focused primarily on residential design, but often with good writing about urbanism, planning, neighborhoods, etc… You can complete the design circle by furnishing your loft with the latest repros from DWR. Consumerism aside: launched earlier this year, The Next American City is concerned with topics “including but not limited to transportation, urban economies, planning and development, architecture, housing, environmental issues, labor issues and workforce development, education, crime, and religion…” with tone suitable for both professionals and educated ‘civilians’ interested in planning, land use, and urbanism. Check it out!



