"We studied Michigan Avenue, the rhythm of the trees relative to the light poles, the planting areas, the width of the sidewalk. We went to Savannah, which has a great street system. We've been everywhere."

Rick Caruso got us walking and communing at the Grove. Why has his Disney-esque vision proven so successful? By David L. Ulin, David L. Ulin is book editor of The Times, and the author of "The Myth of Solid ... via Los Angeles Times