About This Case Studies Database

Since 1971, the Urban Land Institute has been publishing case studies describing the development process of projects that are both innovative in their markets and financially successful. Originally titled Project Reference Files, the case studies were published in print form until 1997, when they were digitized and made available in an electronic database, known as ULI Development Case Studies.

There are three types of reports included in this database:

ULI Development Case Studies
The short, summary versions of each case study may be viewed free. To view the complete case study with photos, site plans, project data, and a report on the development process requires an annual subscription.

Award Winning Projects
These are reports on ULI Award for Excellence winners and in many cases may be viewed free.

Cool Projects
These include a brief description and a link to the project’s web site and may be viewed free.