Design is Everywhere City Planning: A Conversation with Urban3 and unPlanned
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Apr 14, 2022 Joe Minicozzi, Principal of Urban3, an expert in visualizing land use and economic strategies, joins urban planner and host Sam Seidel. They dive into how city design has evolved, especially post-COVID, and the economic implications of urban planning decisions. Joe emphasizes the importance of visual storytelling in fostering community discussions. They reflect on lessons learned during the pandemic about urban equity and resilience, offering insights into the complexities of designing cities that work for everyone.
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Market-Driven Design
- City design is primarily driven by market forces, not conscious choices by city planners.
- Regulations like height limits increase housing costs, leading to suburban sprawl.
Walmart's Short-Term Strategy
- Walmart designs buildings with a 15-20 year lifespan, prioritizing short-term gains over long-term community investment.
- This contrasts sharply with older, well-designed buildings in cities like Boston, built to last for centuries.
Visualizing Urban Economics
- Urban3 uses visualizations to explain complex economic data related to city planning.
- This approach helps bridge communication gaps between politicians, planners, and the public.
