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From Archaic to Revolutionized: How Antiquated Commercial Space Can Be a Community Boon
As cities continue to expand, many beginning to burst at the seams, the inevitable question arises: where do we house people? A logical, important question to ask. But perhaps other questions need to be considered as well: where will people work, and what is the city doing to spur economic growth?
Downcity, Providence
In celebration of the Rhode Island International Film Festival taking place this week, we are highlighting the Downcity neighborhood in downtown Providence.
Charleston: Retailers United
One month ago, America was shaken and glued to television screens as it witnessed a frightening, unbearable massacre. The shootings that took place in Charleston on June 17 were disheartening, discouraging, and left community leaders and residents throughout the country wondering how a schism this wide could have grown on our grounds. Hate and prejudice now seemed rampant and unstoppable. Charleston, and many other communities, were sagging under the burden of questioning. “Does our city have a problem with racial injustice? Do we treat people equally?” These were just some of the questions I found myself asking.
16th Street Mall
The 16th Street Mall is a pedestrian and transit mall in Denver, Colorado. Over a mile long, the mall runs along 16th Street and is home to over 300 locally-owned/chain stores, over 50 restaurants, and the Denver Pavilions, a shopping and dining destination with a movie theater.
pop-ups to placemaking: how temporary efforts can have lasting effects
Tactical urbanism. Placemaking. Pop-ups. These buzzwords have been floating through the urban planning and city development community for years, but are experiencing their time in the limelight as cities prioritize revitalization efforts. But what do they really mean, and what kind of effect can they have on lasting innovation and change in a community?
finding community in the unlikeliest places
At 7:45 AM on a Monday morning, not many people expect to be making friends. It’s early, most are still recovering from a post-weekend stupor, and the idea of spending the next eight hours at work is not exactly riveting. But, as they say, misery loves company – and it often serves as common ground for forming a sense of community.
the word on the street is...strategically championed
A century ago, a neighborhood with a dedicated post office or pharmacy store was considered an exemplary, thriving, and resilient community. If only creating Vibrant Streets were still this easy: insert any business and –
Yppenplatz Square
The area around Yppenplatz Square in Vienna is one of Vienna's most vibrant. Bustling with Brunnenmarkt's 170 market stalls, the square is a diverse cultural experience for both locals and tourists.
Magazine Street
Just in time for the infamous Jazz Festival, we are featuring New Orleans' Magazine Street, the premier shopping and cultural district. Whether you're shopping, dining, or just taking a walk, no place is quite like this street.
Oxford Street
Oxford Street is a major road in the City of Westminster in the West End of London. It is Europe's busiest shopping street, with over 300 shops.
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