Last week's column by SMa.r.t. (Santa Monica Architects for a Responsible Tomorrow) discussed the notable advantages of a low-rise city composed primarily of buildings no higher
In 2013, Santa Monica was named the nation's fifth-most sustainable city according to a prominent national organization dedicated to sustainable development and living. As one of the densest
Late this morning, this writer arrived at a bus stop at 17th Street and Montana Avenue, intending to travel to downtown Santa Monica. The bus stop contains no printed bus
In an annual tradition the month of July was celebrated nationally as Parks & Recreation month. From their inception, parks were created to serve the people - to give them
For many, turning 18 represents the start of an exciting journey: attending prom, graduating high school and starting college; becoming an independent adult and taking advantage of the many possibilities
In November 2013 we met as a group of design professionals to discuss concerns regarding the city's direction. Using our professional experience our intent was to provide a
I consider myself an average citizen of Santa Monica and I have some questions about what we all hear and read about "affordable housing" in Santa Monica and
SOMETIMES YOU JUST HAVE TO LEAVE SANTA MONICA.
If the traffic allows, of course. Which it doesn't. So we all weigh the import of that trip to Hollywood
Editor's note: This is the second in a series of articles on housing in Santa Monica. Future topics will include permanent supportive housing, the role of Development Agreements