Turning Buildings Inside-Out: By designing our buildings differently, we can blur the lines between indoor and outdoor life.
One placemaking act can make a difference by becoming catalytic and spreading its impact down the block through the power of reciprocal gestures and improvisation.
A great sculpture has the power to pull a space together and connect people of all ages, giving spaces identity and community character.
A bench is an object, but seating is an objective. The VITAL framework can help us judge how successfully we've achieved the objective of attracting people to sit and connect with each other in public.
The removal and restriction of NYC's dining sheds has made the city less accessible and less inclusive. We need to bring them back.
Double-loading is the way to revitalize sidewalks so they can become safe, comfortable, and pleasant places where people love to spend time.
NYC's dining sheds have created vibrant social hubs that have revitalized our sidewalks and public life. Now, we are on the brink of losing them and all the wonderful benefits they've brought.
