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Urban Planners + Architects I’ve been increasingly focused on the interconnection between urban planning and architecture lately. While architecture is my specialty, urban planning serves as our context—an inseparable relationship that shapes our built environment. Although the division between architecture and urban planning often occurs for practical reasons, it frequently leads to a disconnect. This separation, while seemingly necessary, overlooks the essential relationships between architecture and the broader urban context. For instance, a significant issue with Modernist development in "developing" countries (I prefer the term "regressing countries") is that upscale residential and office towers rise starkly alongside slums. In developed nations like Canada, architects must collaborate closely with urban planners and developers to address not only this painful disparity between impoverished neighborhoods and opulent glass towers but also to devise innovative solutions that enhance connectivity within the urban fabric while minimizing the adverse effects of gentrification. I believe that it is entirely possible for developments to be both highly profitable and socially responsible, putting an end to this jarring break in our urban and social landscape. But we need a strong collaboration and a strong commitment to building better communities. #ISDArchitects #UrbanPlanning #Architecture #SustainableDesign #Community #HumanIntegration #Modernism #CityDevelopment #EquitableDevelopment #Torontoarchitects #Ontarioarchitects

Large projects require a ton of time and effort! We appreciate that Matthew Radcliffe with Mass Architects, Inc. trusted us with generating this complex as-built. From retail remodels to historic preservation projects laser scanning can have a huge impact on the direction of your project. Check out the case studies on our website to learn more about specific success stories! #LaserScanning #AsBuilts #DigitalTwins #HistoricPreservation #ArchitecturalConsultants #ConfirmEveryDetailWithConfidence

Check out #flanigansecologic featuring Steven Lewis, FAIA, NOMAC, Urban Design Principal with the Portland-based firm, ZGF Architects. Steve was also a candidate for the 2026 President at the The American Institute of Architects (AIA). He is a facilitator of #partnerships and #alliances between groups and individuals who seek to use #architecture and #design to effect #positivechange to our world. Steve brings to ZGF a wealth of experience across #urbanplanning and #design, from Southern California to Detroit and back, Steve's #ethicsdriven #urbanplanning and #design has made the cities he’s worked in not only more aesthetically beautiful, but also more #equitable and representative of the surrounding #communities. Following in the footsteps of his father, an #architect with a drive for #justice, #equity, #diversity, and #inclusion, Steve #designs, #speaks, #mentors, and #volunteers tirelessly to #advocate for what he believes in and to see those values embodied in the #builtenvironment. He and Ted discuss his AIA Presidential candidacy and campaign experience, the elements of #sustainabledesign, digging into #embeddedmaterials, #energyuse, #buildingdecarbonization, and #electrification. Steve concludes that he is dedicated to #equity in #design to effect #positivechange for the #future of #architecture. https://lnkd.in/gfR-e86j

 Architecture and Design Scotland (A&DS) article features our landscape scheme in Alloa as part of the town centre regeneration, that brings housing and resident living into the town centre, benefitting from the convenience of amenities close by, but also that acts as a catalyst for other improvement projects for the town. The landscape provides a secure yet welcoming series of courtyard spaces for residents supporting continued independent living for older people, and contributes to the public realm enhancement for the town centre. Read more here: https://bit.ly/TCLSLi

📍 Moor Lane, Bolton. Step Places faced an extremely tight funding deadline for securing planning permission for the Moor Lane site, in part due to its significant strategic importance within the 2017 Bolton Town Centre Framework. A 'key intervention area' and not to mention a vital route for improving pedestrian movement across the town, the site was already of significant interest to local politicians, stakeholders and the community. On top of all that, half of the site lies within the Town Hall Conservation Area, and in the setting of two important listed buildings. Our challenge was therefore... 🏘️ Get the design absolutely right ⌛ Do so incredibly quickly Intrigued? Find out how we did it - in partnership with Step Places, Bolton Council, AEW Architects and Bolton at Home - in Part One, Chapter Two of EK Unlocked... https://lnkd.in/e2A9uqj5 #planning #development #architecture #housing #housingcrisis #greatermanchester #gmca #placesforeveryone #moorlane #ekunlocked #bolton Original image credit: AEW Architects

🏡 The Missing Middle: Architects as Changemakers As Canada's housing challenges grow, architects have an extraordinary opportunity to address the "missing middle"—the vital housing types that bridge the gap between single-family homes and high-rise apartments. By championing designs for duplexes, townhomes, and low-rise multifamily units, we can help build vibrant, inclusive communities that work for everyone. Thoughtful architecture isn't just about solving today’s housing needs—it's about creating sustainable solutions that endure. 🔑 Let’s discuss how architects can reimagine these essential typologies to foster community, optimize land use, and make housing more accessible. Together, we can design for the future of Canadian living. #MissingMiddle #RootstockDesign #SustainableLiving #ArchitecturalInnovation #yegarchitect

Our cities face devastating floods every monsoon—but it doesn’t have to be this way. Pavitra Sriprakash, Chief Designer and Director of Shilpa Architects, explains how sustainable solutions like swales can help us design cities that work with nature, not against it. Let’s create urban spaces that are resilient and future-ready! #FloodManagement #UrbanPlanning #SustainableArchitecture #ShilpaArchitects #ResilientCities #EcoFriendlyDesign #ArchitecturalInnovation . . [flood management, urban planning, sustainable architecture, Shilpa architects, eco-friendly design, resilient cities, architectural innovation]

Chamblee’s downtown redevelopment is making significant progress. The project drew 25 responses to its Offering Memorandum, underscoring strong interest from top firms. The contract award is expected by the end of the year. With its consistent and robust growth, Chamblee has positioned its projects as premier opportunities for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms looking to help shape the city’s vibrant future. City of Chamblee, Kristen Hill Gorham, MPA

Revolutionizing Zoning: Residential Heights Explained We explore the crucial changes in zoning codes that affect building heights in our neighborhoods. Committed to maintaining residential character, we discuss the implications of these modifications and what they mean for our communities' future. #ZoningLaws #ResidentialDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #UrbanPlanning #HeightRegulations #BuildingCodes #NeighborhoodPlanning #Architecture #LocalGovernment #CityDevelopment

Who are City Builders? City Builders are individuals or groups who actively contribute to creating, improving, and managing urban environments. From architects and developers to policymakers and community groups, city builders include everyone who plays a role in creating vibrant, inclusive spaces. It’s a collaborative effort where professionals bring expertise, and community members contribute their voices, ensuring our cities grow in ways which reflect the needs and dreams of all. Together, we build cities that are not just livable, but thriving. #CityBuilders #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #InclusiveCities #architecture #urbanplanning #planning #urbandesign #design