Identity And Urban Design: The Path To Meaningfulness In The City Of Concepción.,
2016
Universidad Austral de Chile
Identity And Urban Design: The Path To Meaningfulness In The City Of Concepción., Laura Yazmin Rodriguez
Focus
In her research leading to this article, Laura Rodriguez studied the urban design and place making qualities of the University of Concepción campus in Chile. Based on interviews with a select group of experts and field observations, the results indicate that the campus' strong meaning within the city image is partly due to its original conception as an overall consistent project and as part of the city grid and life.
Table Of Contents,
2016
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Editorial Board,
2016
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
A Note From The Crp Department Head,
2016
California State University San Luis Obispo
2015 California Climate Action Planning Conference Keynote Address,
2016
Santa Barbara County
2015 California Climate Action Planning Conference Keynote Address, Salud Carbajal
Focus
In August 2015, Cal Poly’s CRP Department hosted the second Climate Action Planning Conference to discuss local, state, national and international climate issues. The keynote address was provided by then Santa Barbara County Supervisor Salud Carbajal�. His words framed the action�-oriented vision for the conference, and define much of what the CRP family continues to focus on as a part of their teaching and scholarship.
Urbanity, The Flâneur, And The Visual Qualities Of Urban Design: A Walk In Lisbon, Portugal,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Urbanity, The Flâneur, And The Visual Qualities Of Urban Design: A Walk In Lisbon, Portugal, Vicente Del Rio
Focus
The concept of urbanity and the literary figure of the flâneur are a platform for del Rio’s exploration of the visual qualities of urban design in Lisbon’s historic core. Drawings are are used throughout this study since they are analyses in themselves and capture the essence of places more than a photo can do. All drawings in this article are by the author.
Avila Beach: From Funky To Fabulous,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Avila Beach: From Funky To Fabulous, Amanda Ross
Focus
Among California’s coastal communities, Avila beach may be the one most defined by its history. Amanda Ross discusses the unique planning and redevelopment process there, starting with the cleanup of a decades-long crude oil spill that had contaminated the soil and led to the reconstruction of its beach and the entire historic downtown. This article reflects part of the activities for Professor Paul Wack’s Plan Implementation graduate class in 2015.
Learning From California: Highlights Of Crp Studios 2014/2015 Ay,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Learning From California: Highlights Of Crp Studios 2014/2015 Ay, Hemalata C. Dandekar
Focus
Dr. Hemalata Dandekar highlights the studio projects from both BSCRP and MCRP programs during the 2014-15 academic year. Fundamental in the learn-by-doing service-learning pedagogy embraced by the department, the studios help shape students into professionals that are fully with their communities.
Redesigning A Street Corridor In San Clemente, Ca: South El Camino Real Urban Design Concept Plan,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Redesigning A Street Corridor In San Clemente, Ca: South El Camino Real Urban Design Concept Plan, Vicente Del Rio, Paul Donegan, Curran K. Lord-Farmer, Jana E. Schwartz, Sara Steinberger
Focus
The South El Camino Real Urban Design Concept Plan was developed by a first-year MCRP studio for the City of San Clemente, CA. The San Clemente community, the City planners and the City Council welcomed the students’ ideas for making the corridor appealing, economically attractive, and safer for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Conversations With Alumni: Spotlight On Brianna Holan,
2016
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Evolution Of Park Planning In The City Of Vancouver,
2016
University of Northern British Columbia
Evolution Of Park Planning In The City Of Vancouver, Stephen Appiah Takyi Mr
Focus
The study of park history serves as an important basis for assessing how rapid growth of cities affects the availability, management and use of parks over time. The data used for this study was collected from a variety of documentary sources including Parks Board records, old newspapers and archival records. The development of parks in the City of Vancouver has been approached from a multi-stakeholder perspective since the 19th century. There has been an increase in the number of physical structures and area of hard landscaping on the parks. This is as a result of the continuous increase in …
Editor's Overview,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
John Gilderbloom’S Thought-Provoking Strategies About Regeneration And The Language Of Planning,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
John Gilderbloom’S Thought-Provoking Strategies About Regeneration And The Language Of Planning, Jana E. Schwartz
Focus
Planning is a 'jargon�-y' field with terminology that oftens distract from the purpose of a project or idea. During a luncheon seminar at Cal Poly, Dr. John I. Gilderbloom, a professor at the University of Louisville, Kentucky, addressed this challenge through his own work, case studies and personal antidotes. He discussed the intricacies of planning and the role played by language in the implementation of projects and community understanding.
The Practicing Planner: Can Digital Tools Foster Better Practice?,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
The Practicing Planner: Can Digital Tools Foster Better Practice?, William W. Riggs, Chris Clark
Focus
In this commentary, CRP professors William (Billy) Riggs and Chris Clark discuss different approaches to technology in public agency management, and how it may be changing planning practice. In the structure of a traditional debate, Professor Riggs first provides his perspectice, which is then followed by a counterpoint by Professor Clark Professor Riggs then proides a rebuttal and conclusion on the topic
Walls As A Reflection Of Society And Culture,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Walls As A Reflection Of Society And Culture, Daniel Levi, Vicente Del Rio
Focus
Beginning as an simple utilitarian element to defend a place or one's home from external threats, a wall refects a society's culture� walls express territoriality and are evident symbols of the perceived relationship between the public and private realms. Levi and del Rio discuss why understanding the meaning of walls is fundamental for planners and urban designers, and for any attempt to design and regulate place.
Focus: The Journal Of Planning Practice And Education | Journal Of The City And Regional Planning Department | Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo | Volume 12,
2016
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Focus: The Journal Of Planning Practice And Education | Journal Of The City And Regional Planning Department | Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo | Volume 12
Focus
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Conversations With Alumni: Spotlight On Dave Javid,
2016
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Cartoon Corner,
2016
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
The Cerdà Plan For The Expansion Of Barcelona: A Model For Modern City Planning,
2016
Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
The Cerdà Plan For The Expansion Of Barcelona: A Model For Modern City Planning, Judith Urbano
Focus
Modern city planning started with the Industrial Revolution and the scientific advances of the ��19th Century. At the time, Catalan engineer Idelfons Cerdà coined the word "urbanism” as a new and necessary science to deal with cities, having three major preoccupations:� hygiene, traffic, and equality. In this article, Judith Urbano discusses Cerda's plan for the expansion of Barcelona and why it is considered an icon of modern planning�
Insights For Future Planners Views By Alumnus Greg Errett, Aicp,
2016
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Insights For Future Planners Views By Alumnus Greg Errett, Aicp, Jennifer Hooper
Focus
The City and Regional Department has been generously supported by the Errett-Fisher Foundation for many years. Greg Errett, one of the foundation’s board members and CRP alumnus, spoke to our students on his long experience as transportation planner, and pointed out some of the challenges for future planning professionals. MCRP student Jennifer Hooper reports on Mr. Errett’s presentation.
