The Urban Design section hosts a variety of events and programs to raise awareness about how urban design can impact a community. If you were unable to attend any of these events, meeting materials such as videos and presentation aides can be found below.
What happens when you mash together a transportation futurist, an artist and an urban designer focused on kids? This joint Arlington Economic Development / Community Planning, Housing and Development panel discussion focuses on future mobility and its impact on transportation and land use, how an artist interprets the urban realm into creative public art, and the design features that users of open space need to thrive in an increasingly dense urban environment.
Event Materials
A presentation and discussion about applying the fundamentals of good urbanism.
Discussion panel: Planning Director Bob Duffy, Urban Design & Research Supervisor Kris Krider, Site Plan Coordinator Samia Byrd, Chief Architect Justin Falango and Senior Urban Designer Brett Wallace.
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A presentation and discussion centered on the basic and fundamental elements of urban design.
This lecture series raises awareness about the value of good urban design and to advocate for better placemaking.
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