The need for an outdoor market is becoming more and more of a necessity thanks to the ‘Rona. During these unprec**** times, people have begun embracing outdoor markets as a place where they feel safe enough to gather and see other people as well as getting their produce. The outdoor space feels “safer” than the cramped Kroger aisles and the location increases accessibility.
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The City Sandwich
So, since we are suffering from cabin fever over here – we came up with this crazy idea during the great quarantine of 2020. Hear us out:
A good city should be like a good sandwich.
Read MoreWhy Interior Design?
Did you know, on average, 90% of our day is spent indoors? Why not spend that time in a space that works for you? The profession of interior design is an often-misunderstood discipline as one that is just superficial decoration. Critical to the planning and creation of interior environments that are safe, healthy, and functional, the practice goes far beyond that
Read MoreWhat to do with big box retail? We have an idea.
The key is creating diversity and density of uses that meet local needs and create a connection to the adjacent communities. In all cases, connection to the community – both physical and psychological is very important. Designers are opening the inward focus of the malls to create appeal to the exterior community. Knitting the site back into the community by providing civic life/center frequently absent from suburban development. Ironically, often redevelopment involves introducing street grids to mall sites to restore the urban connection to surrounding neighborhoods, and as with so many parts of our communities, connection to transit is key.
Read MoreHousing: A Conclusion
Do you want to know more about some of the ideas we’ve referenced in this housing series? We’ve cultivated a good list of links, that you can use to learn more! We also want to know what you thought of our housing discussion, please comment, like and share!
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