Mia Lehrer

Mia Lehrer, a visionary landscape architect famous for revamping urban spaces in Los Angeles, teams up with journalist Pat Morrison, author of "Rio LA," to reimagine the Los Angeles River. They delve into its controversial transformation from a natural waterway to a concrete channel, discussing its dystopian portrayal versus its potential for revitalization. Mia shares her ambitious vision to turn the river into a community-friendly space, tackling bureaucratic challenges and drawing inspiration from beautiful waterways like Paris's Seine.