Suburban Nation

'Suburban Nation: The Rise of Sprawl and the Decline of the American Dream' is a seminal work by Andres Duany, Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, and Jeff Speck that critiques the unsustainable patterns of suburban development in the United States.

The book argues that conventional suburban planning has led to social isolation, environmental degradation, and economic inefficiency.

It champions the principles of traditional neighborhood development (TND), advocating for mixed-use communities, walkable streets, and a strong sense of place.

'Suburban Nation' offers practical solutions for reforming zoning codes, transportation policies, and community design to create more livable, sustainable, and equitable environments.