The design of modern neighborhoods has largely been dominated by civil engineers and land use planners, often without adequate consideration for aesthetic, environmental, and human-centered design principles. As a result, contemporary suburban sprawl and decaying urban cores are not accidents, but the predictable outcomes of rigid zoning ordinances that prioritize traffic flow, abundant parking, and strict land-use separation. These regulations have effectively outlawed the development of walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods reminiscent of historic communities. This chapter argues for a stronger role for Landscape Architects in shaping neighborhood design, advocating for planning approaches that integrate design sensitivity and historical urban patterns. The project proposes a matrix-based guideline system to support the development of vibrant, livable communities by cross-referencing key design variables—such as density, land use, and building form—with successful urban principles espoused by figures like Frederick Law Olmsted and New Urbanists such as Andres Duany and Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk.