The Failure Of “Just Add Water” Urbanism
Mixed use developments in inhospitable environments shows is an example of just how one dimensional our concept of urban prosperity really is
Conversations Surrounding Our Urban Environments
Mixed use developments in inhospitable environments shows is an example of just how one dimensional our concept of urban prosperity really is
Last weekend I married the love of my life… a love that never would have happened if I was driving
Our cities are appealing to a population that is favoring a shared and fluid lifestyle over a fixed one
They keep us healthy, they employ our citizens, but don’t expect them to activate our cities
A container park in Utica turns an empty lot into a neighborhood activator
Summer festivals add temporary density, and congestion that incentivizes other modes of transit
Cities function better with fewer cars. But suburban visitors want automobile convenience.
An interview with two of Rochester’s newest cyclists
With a little research, we can find the stress-free bike routes through our communities
Small study shows that light rail is still the preferred form of mass transit
A Rochester museum gets a $60 million upgrade, 43% of which is parking
Rochester’s downtown is alive, and the source of much debate… a clear sign that people are choosing city pride over indifference
This decision should be seen as a positive sign of projected growth in Rochester, not as a deterrent.
Every big problem is solved by starting at the smallest level. Every pointless political volley can be quieted by real world progress.
Is an Urbanist someone who simply loves city life, or is it a deeper appreciation for the complexities of urban dynamics?