The Second Studio Design and Architecture Show #430 - Sara Bronin, Professor of Cornell University and Author of Key to the City
Jan 21, 2025
Sara Bronin, a professor at Cornell University and founder of the National Zoning Atlas, dives into the intricacies of zoning laws and their profound impact on communities. She reveals how zoning regulations can perpetuate issues like gentrification and housing inequity. Highlighting her book 'Key to the City,' Bronin discusses the need for zoning reform and emphasizes the importance of diverse voices in urban planning. The conversation also touches on the role of architecture education in shaping better zoning practices for sustainable and inclusive communities.
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Childhood Home
- Sara Bronin grew up in a Houston apartment complex without zoning.
- Her grandparents lived in the same complex, fostering a close-knit family environment.
Early Influences
- Sara's father, a civil engineer, exposed her to construction sites, sparking an early interest in the built environment.
- Growing up surrounded by Houston's less appealing architecture further fueled her passion.
Post-Architecture School Path
- Sara Bronin pursued a master's in historic preservation at Oxford after receiving a Rhodes Scholarship.
- She later obtained her architecture license, a significant achievement as a Hispanic female architect.