Course Details

Bad urban design, like its consequences, is obvious. Good design, however, often goes unnoticed and even more frequently discounted as a critical element of effective revitalization—a “pie in the sky,” good thing to have if only we didn’t have more important things to worry about. In this class we examine urban design as tool for revitalization, for building community and ensuring a safe public environment. We’ll explore how urban design reflects social and economic imperatives, and cultural values. We’ll review urban design models to understand their positive and negative impacts on the form of cities and neighborhoods, and use this knowledge in a case study to identify the negative consequences of bad design and to develop design-based strategies for revitalization.

The class includes a neighborhood tour. Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

Community and Neighborhood Revitalization Professional Certificate Program: ELECTIVES COURSE

Course Length: 1 Days

Tuition: $385.0

Course counts toward a professional certificate (PCP): Yes