Thesis Driven Leader Series From Sand Dunes to Smart Growth: Casey Roloff’s Vision for Seabrook and the New American Dream
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May 11, 2025 Casey Roloff, the mastermind behind Seabrook, Washington, discusses his innovative vision for a walkable community rooted in new urbanist principles. He dives into the importance of low leverage and long-term thinking in community development. Roloff contrasts Seabrook’s design with car-centric suburbs and outlines the need for pedestrian-friendly spaces. He emphasizes the growing demand for walkable neighborhoods and the potential for a shift in urban development paradigms. His insights shed light on creating thriving, sustainable communities for future generations.
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Seaside Inspired Seabrook Design
- Casey Roloff shares that inspiration came from Seaside, Florida, a pioneering new urbanist town.
- He emphasizes learning from pre-automobile, human-scale, walkable towns to design Seabrook.
Nature Meets Urban Convenience
- The best towns combine urban conveniences with preserved natural edges.
- Retaining the rural edge avoids suburban sprawl and enhances quality of life.
Build Slowly and Live Locally
- Build communities slowly and incrementally with strong pre-sales and low debt.
- Live in the community you build to maintain a purpose-driven approach and long-term control.