Design of the Public Realm

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Of all President Trump’s campaign promises, the proposal to invest $1 trillion in infrastructure was one of the few to appeal to Republicans and Democrats alike.

Eight architects, artists, and urban thought leaders speak with RECORD about soft infrastructure and design for the urban realm.

Outdoor spaces bring greenery, repurpose infrastructure, and bridge communities.

Whether through adaptive reuse or new construction, these projects provide supportive programs for urban populations.

Five projects in Seattle, San Francisco, New York, and Washington, D.C., demonstrate that good design can be the best medicine.

New transit centers demonstrate that there is more to urban mobility than merely getting from point A to point B.

New facilities provide much-needed services while creating neighborhood gathering spaces and bringing together diverse populations.