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| Business Conditions Point to Slowdown in US Housing Market The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Home Design Trends Survey for the third quarter of 2005, which focused on neighborhood and community design strategies, has found that mixed-use development strategy key to community and neighborhood planning. A decade-long expanding housing market has resulted in residential construction activity that is increasingly farther away from downtown areas. The ensuing longer commutes to employment centers, coupled with less access to shopping, public transportation, recreational activities, and other services, has created the opportunity for architects and planners to address these concerns with mixed-use development projects that combine commercial and retail options as part of residential properties. write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Construction News :: home page |