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#CivicArchitecture is an essential aspect of our social fabric. These buildings and spaces allow the public to feel welcomed, safe, and engaged. We approach Civic stewardship with a holistic design vision because our work can positively impact the communities served. MWA’s first civic revitalization project transformed the Greene Library in Oakland into the African American Museum & Library at Oakland. Our civic portfolio has evolved to include urban design - 9th Avenue Terminal at the Port of Oakland, California - and community wellness and empowerment - Youth Uprising in Oakland, California. We continue to pursue Civic projects with complex and diverse stakeholder needs because these opportunities inspire significant social change. Pictured: 2020 - 9th Avenue Terminal, Oakland 2005 - Youth Uprising, Oakland 2003 - Moscone West Convention Center Expansion, San Francisco 2000 - AT&T Park, San Francisco 1995 - Oakland City Hall, Oakland 1993 - African American Museum & Library, Oakland

Louisiana’s Lemann Building began life in 1878 as a department store. Now it’s an early childhood center and residential lofts. Here’s how property revitalization can strengthen a neighborhood: https://lnkd.in/g7H7MReh #FM #FacilityManager #PropertyManagement #RealEstate #Architecture #CRE #BUILDINGS #BuildingsMagazine #BuildingsMedia

more opportunity for public realm improvements, connectivity and active travel. Reducing traffic and ensuring our centres are places for our residents is key to regeneration

"It's more than just new buildings; it's about a rejuvenated community spirit. Seeing our people run thriving businesses here has brought a new energy to Mission Hill." Learn how a development in Mission Hill, Boston, used adaptive reuse and a local-first approach to bring new life and vitality into the neighborhood. Read here: https://lnkd.in/dRKaGKi6

Houston used to always just tear down buildings and start over. Not as much anymore. | Houston Public Media "??? Houston's landscape is constantly evolving, but have you noticed a change in the way we approach development? ?? In the past, it seemed like tearing down and starting over was the norm, but now there's a shift towards preservation and adaptive reuse. ?? From historic buildings being repurposed into modern spaces to revitalizing neighborhoods, the city is embracing a more sustainable approach. ?? Let's celebrate this progress and continue to support the preservation of our city's rich history and unique character. ?? #HoustonDevelopment #PreservationOverDemolition #SustainableCity #AdaptiveReuse #CommunityGrowth"

How do you create a unified master plan design navigating various property interests??? At the heart of Orange County lies the Civic Center in Santa Ana, surrounded by a rich and diverse history. However, the Civic Center itself, with its mix of city, county, state, and federal properties, presents a unique challenge due to complex ownership arrangements. TCA was tasked with delineating a vision to leverage underutilized land and create a harmonized concept for the center of the Civic Center, resulting in a concept centered around a centralized plaza/park, serving as a focal point for all Civic Center uses. ?? ??♀? ??? #masterplanning #design #concept

??? Experience the essence of community with our Neighborhood Spotlight, featuring the exemplary Tallon Hills! Please note this is strictly an illustrative example, not an actual listing. ?? Dive into the imagined beauty of the 76179 area, where exemplary design meets top-tier living. In this hypothetical scenario, homes would start at an average price point of $245,000, crafted by the reputable Graham Hart, ensuring quality and style. ????? Education is a cornerstone of this vision, with top-rated schools forming the backbone of the neighborhood—fostering learning and growth right at your doorstep. ???? Discover the potential and the lifestyle that could come with a community like Tallon Hills. Remember, this is purely an example, providing a glimpse into what could be. Dream big with us! ??? #neighborhoodspotlight #educationfirst #communityliving #realestatedreams #familyfriendly #homeinspiration #smma #marketingstrategy #socialmediamarketingagency #socialmediamarketingstrategies #socialmediaagency #BeCascade

Town squares are the consolation for conformists and cowards. It sounds like you're referencing the ideas of urban critic and philosopher, Jane Jacobs, or perhaps the Situationist International movement. Contextualizing the quote: Town squares have historically served as: 1. Community hubs: Spaces for social interaction, civic engagement, and collective expression. 2. Public forums: Areas for debate, discussion, and the exchange of ideas. However, your statement suggests that town squares can also: 1. Reinforce conformity: By promoting a sense of homogeneity and suppressing dissent. 2. Encourage cowardice: By providing a comfortable, familiar space that discourages risk-taking and bold action. Possible interpretations: 1. Critique of urban design: Town squares might prioritize aesthetics over functionality, creating sterile spaces that stifle creativity. 2. Commentary on societal pressures: Conformity and cowardice may be rewarded in town squares, while individuality and boldness are discouraged. 3. Call to action: Encouraging people to challenge the status quo and seek out more authentic, meaningful interactions. Philosophical connections: 1. Jean-Paul Sartre's concept of "bad faith" (mauvaise foi): People may prioritize comfort and conformity over authenticity and freedom. 2. Martin Heidegger's notion of "the They" (das Man): Town squares might represent the anonymous, conformist masses. Questions: 1. What alternative spaces or models do you envision for fostering genuine community and creative expression? 2. How can we balance the need for public spaces with the potential risks of conformity and cowardice?

Are you aware that Millennium Park is celebrating its 20th birthday this weekend, meaning many Chicagoans remember it before it transformed into the 24.5-acre gem it is today? The big picture: One who remembers is Ben Campney, a former city employee who photographed the construction. Flashback: Before it was green space, a pavilion, a fountain and home of "The Bean," it was a big parking lot and old railyard. Catch up fast: Millennium Park opened July 17, 2004. Construction started in 1998 and includes designs by major artists and architects. Frank Gehry designed the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and BP Bridge; Anish Kapoor created Cloud Gate (aka The Bean) and Jaume Plensa designed Crown Fountain. -With the parking garages below, Millennium Park became the largest green roof in the world. -It was the dream project, and a crowning achievement, of Chicago's longest serving mayor, Richard M. Daley. By the numbers: Building Millennium Park ended up costing $490 million, in a mix of public and private dollars. -$270 million came from city parking revenue bonds and tax dollars. -$220 million was from donors, foundations and corporations. Zoom in: Campney worked in Chicago's Public Buildings Commission (PBC) and was sent to the construction site twice a month to document progress to show the mayor. -"He loved Millennium Park," Campney tells Axios. -The only thing that's noticeably aged is the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Campney tells Axios after his recent visit to the park. -The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) and private contractors Harston/Schwendener started construction in 1998. Walsh Construction took over as general contractors, and PBC replaced CDOT in 2001. #chicago #history #park #city #amusement

Pittsburgh’s Female Architects and Advocates: We ARE Women’s History There’s an old adage that history is written by the victors, but I would argue that history is actually written by the storytellers, the advocates and promoters who craft the narratives about the victors. We don’t often think of the built environment as having winners and losers, though there are certainly people who win and lose when commissions are awarded, buildings are built, landscapes and neighborhoods are transformed. How the stories of the outcomes of these factors is told is as important as the outcomes themselves. Read More >>> https://lnkd.in/gqTyPtF7 #ShannonConstruction #Construction #ConstructionNews #ConstructionIndustry #ConstructionManagement #DesignBuild #Constructor #GeneralContractor #Contractor #Contractors #LEED #GreenBuilding #Buildings #Architecture #GeneralConstruction #ConstructionSafety #ConstructionCareers #MarylandConstruction #WashingtonDCConstruction #GovernmentConstruction #VisionforGrowth #PittsburghConstruction #PAConstruction #WomenInConstruction