You voted with your clicks, and the numbers are in. 2012 was a big year for The Architect’s Newspaper, culminating with the publishing of our Tenth Anniversary Issue, and AN editors have compiled your favorite stories that appeared online and in the pages of the paper over the year. This year’s top story by a wide margin was our feature story on the redevelopment of Ohio’s three C’s: Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Take a look at all of the top stories below.
Feature> Can the Centers Hold?
Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati are rebuilding their urban cores to lure and retain young professionals. These cities are pursuing development strategies that reflect the distinct character of each place. Is it the beginning of a Rust Belt rebound? By Christopher Bentley
 As interest in urban planning surges across the country, Mike Lydon discusses the small changes that make a big difference. |
 Feature> A New Morning in Washington Long considered a risk-averse city, Washington D.C. is embracing innovative architecture and urban planning. Amanda Kolson Hurley surveys the scene. |
 Editorial> Landscape Architecture’s Ascendance Alan G. Brake on the growing importance of landscape architecture. |
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 Orange County, New York prefers ersatz Colonial over ur-Brutalist. |
 Civitas announces winners of competition to reimagine the East River waterfront. |
 Obit> Luis Moreno Mansilla, 1959-2012 Stan Allen remembers Mansilla’s gentle and optimistic approach to architecture. |
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 Obit> Kiyonori Kikutake, 1928-2011 James Westcott reflects on the life and work of a leader of the Metabolist movement. |
 Comment> Miami’s New Urbanist Experiment Sean McCaughan assesses conditions on the ground three years after the city adopted a form-based roadmap. |
 Feature> The Art of Moving Trash Cities are reevaluating waste infrastructure with planning, technology, and design. |
