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Living local, urban design, sustainability, landscape architecture, and places in the East Bay. Design that works where it is.

Uptown Oakland keeps getting better.

Named a Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Oakland’s Uptown continues to soar. Last Saturday, I took a walk with the California Planning Foundation to find out why. The conversation started with … Continue reading

April 21, 2015 · 9 Comments

Shipping Container Village at The Yard

The Giants are opening a new party pop-up today, across McCovey Cove from AT&T Park. It’s called The Yard. I asked my friend, the designer and manufacturer of the destination’s shipping container buildings, … Continue reading

March 20, 2015 · 2 Comments

Eighteen Gates

I have a fascination with gates. They’re doors but when you pass through them, you’re not indoors. What could be better? This week, I give you Gates of the East … Continue reading

March 3, 2015 · 2 Comments

Placemaking

I’ve been posting about all things local here in the East Bay. What about you and the place where you live? What do you love about your neighborhood? What would make it even … Continue reading

February 3, 2015 · 1 Comment

Puttin’ On the Ritz

After a spectacular day on the coast, we decided to stop at the Ritz Carlton in Half Moon Bay to enjoy the sunset and a cocktail. Upon arrival, we paid $10 for … Continue reading

November 11, 2014 · 2 Comments