Rundel Library North Terrace Project in Rochester, NY
Rochester adds another piece to the network of connected public spaces along the mighty Genesee River
Category: New York Cities
When A Space Tells A City What It Wants To Be
So often, we dictate what goes where in our cities. But once in a while, a space inspires us to understand what it begs to be.
Down By The River
Rochester’s RocTheRiverway campaign activates another puzzle piece, reconnecting residents and visitors to the mighty Genesee River
Roosevelt Plaza: A Small Space With Big Impact
A small space in an Upstate New York urban core that makes you want to stop and stay for a while
Laundromat Urbanism
How a laundromat reminded me of why urbanism is so important
221 Midweek Minutes In Schenectady
Schenectady continues to be one of my favorite Upstate NY destinations
Why Syracuse Is Better Today
Armory Square in Downtown Syracuse was spared the wrecking ball of urban renewal… and it’s better today as a result
The Night A Utica Restaurant Made Me Feel “Important”
Utica’s newest downtown culinary Mecca was exactly what I needed in a difficult time
53 Minutes in Downtown Syracuse With Michael John Heagerty
A quick walk around Downtown Syracuse with mover and shaker Michael John Heagerty restored my faith that our cities can continue to thrive
Urban Unfamiliar: Wednesday Evening In A Different City
An after work trip to a different city can be the perfect micro-getaway
Why I Visit Smaller Cities
Small cities make great day trips. Less ground to cover, less stress to “see it all.”
Is It A Sidewalk? Is It A Path?
Widening a sidewalk and calling it a trail CAN work… but it needs other pedestrian and cycling-focused amenities to maximize its potential
Pave and Plow: The Next Standard For American Trails
While trail networks seem to be gaining popularity, we must consider paving and, if necessary, removing snow from them so that they may be a year-round resource
New Rochester Cycle Track: Pretty Great, 5 Years Late
Rochester New York’s newest Cycle Track is a welcomed additive… but its execution might be a little out of step with the progress of the surrounding environment
Is It Still OK To Get Excited About Your City?
With the pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement, the infrastructure and history of American cities are rightfully being questioned more than ever. Can we still get excited about their future?