Cities are social forms more than built forms. I was reminded about the importance of connecting places for the pedestrian, creating short blocks, activating dead spaces or buildings with limited activity at the street levels and the opportunity represented in side streets and alleys. Making projects led by place and not the project.

When cities are struggling psychologically and economically, investment in public spaces may be seen as a non-essential response, but the truth is that even a small investment in quality public space delivers a diverse return to those with the foresight to see its value. 

Work culture is the character and personality of your business. It’s what makes your organization unique and is the sum of its values, traditions, beliefs, interactions, behaviors, and attitudes.

Green building design involves finding the balance between building and the sustainable environment. The intent of sustainable design is to create buildings that improve the quality of life for people and the environment we live in.

Parklets are a temporary use of a parking space within the public right of way that creates a more pedestrian friendly environment and expands the social life of the street.