• NOW OPEN: Call for CNU 34 Session Proposals!

    Submit for CNU 34.Northwest Arkansas: A Future Built on New Urbanism by November 7th. The CNU 34 Focus will be on applying the Transect to shape the growth of the neighborhoods, towns, and cities across NWA.

  • Submit to the 2026 Charter Awards

    The call for submissions is open! CNU's Charter Awards recognize outstanding New Urbanist achievements. Professional projects, emerging projects, and student projects are all encouraged to apply.

  • Six urban center types transforming cities

    A new book by the eminent urbanist Jonathan Barnett will make you more optimistic about US cities and their growth.

  • On The Park Bench: A Public Square Conversation

    CNU's new webinar series to provide a platform for members and allies to discuss, engage, debate how we as a movement can respond to new challenges.

Building Places People Love.

Charter Awards 2025

For the 25th year, CNU's Charter Awards recognized outstanding achievements in architectural, landscape, and urban design and planning worldwide. Meet the winning projects!

Become a member

Be part of the growing movement of new urbanists.

Building Local Strength

Get CNU's free report and case studies on equitable development.

Get CNU-Accredited!

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On the Park Bench

On The Park Bench is CNU's webinar series presenting interactive conversations with thought leaders in New Urbanism and allied industries, providing an opportunity for the audience to engage in real time.