Scenarios about 'suburban expansion'
The rapid growth of residential areas surrounding urban centers, particularly prominent in post-World War II America through the late 20th century. Suburban expansion transformed the American landscape through government-subsidized highways, mortgage programs, and changing social preferences for single-family homes, creating distinct patterns of development characterized by lower density housing, automobile dependency, and socioeconomic segregation. In alternate history scenarios, different suburban development patterns often reflect divergent economic policies, transportation technologies, or social values.
What If Big Box Stores Never Developed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where large-format retail giants like Walmart, Target, and Home Depot never came to dominate the American retail landscape, potentially preserving small businesses and reshaping consumer culture.