Tipping Our Hats to Placemaking: Why Unique Headwear is an Indicator of a Great Public Place
Great places bring out great hats because people show off their best headwear in places that attract social life, self-expression, and joy.
Fred Kent
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How Kathy and I Worked Together
Exploring how Kathy Madden and I "saw" together - observing places by focusing on the specific elements that make them successful and beloved.
Division is the Crisis of Our Times - Placemaking is How We Heal
Places where people can come together in real life are essential to being able to reconnect with each other and heal our divides.
Halifax - A Waterfront That Does It Well
Halifax offers a strong example of a waterfront that is human scale and walkable, with a full range of public uses that attract large numbers of people year-round.
Belfast, Maine - A Town of Proud, Engaged People
Belfast is a very well put together town and a great example of a community that actively defines itself through improvisation and creativity.
Why the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development is Awful - Comparing It To Great Waterfronts Around the World
Brooklyn is not a great waterfront city on anyone's list. There is no vision, standout amenities, or significant destinations. Except for the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Jane's Carousel which are landmarks that people marvel at. There is little at the waterfront to draw people...