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Timelapse in Times Square: Tips From the Field

By Natalia Radywyl on Nov 21, 2012 | Add Comment

Here at PPS, William Holly Whyte’s legacy continues to inform and inspire our work, from projects with communities to our training sessions and talks. Perhaps less known, though, is his behind-the-scenes influence on our research and methodology. Swapping Holly’s Bolex camera for an iPhone timelapse app, and trilbies for bike helmets, I joined forces [...]

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Complete Streets: One Size Does Not Fit All

By Project for Public Spaces on May 9, 2012 | Add Comment
Complete Streets are about much more than just bike lanes! As we see in this video of Gary Toth's recent talk in Toronto, Place plays a critical role.
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Finding a Context Sensitive Solution in Denver

By Project for Public Spaces on Apr 11, 2012 | Add Comment
Our new video illustrates how the FHWA's CSS approach works directly with local stakeholders to plan transportation projects that are responsive to the communities they serve.
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Remember the Edges!

By Project for Public Spaces on Mar 23, 2012 | 1 Comment
When trying to create a great public square, remember that the inner square and outer square must work together.
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Markets for All: Celebrating National Farmers Market Week

By Craig Raphael on Aug 4, 2010 | 2 Comments

Rows of brightly colored produce; freshly baked breads and blueberry pies; mingling of friends, neighbors and strangers: there’s no limit to the joys of a local farmers market.

The spectacular resurgence of markets, which have grown more than 80 percent over the last decade in the United States, is truly cause for celebration. Their rise [...]

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“Williamsburg Walks” Encourages New Yorkers to Rethink Their Public Space

By Craig Raphael on Jul 12, 2010 | 1 Comment

Street fairs are a regular occurrence in New York City, but rarely do they offer the level of community engagement and outreach than that of Williamsburg Walks. A far cry from funnel cake and tube socks, this year’s event included walking tours, kids activities, music, skillshares and a public art competition. Check it [...]

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Placemaking on America’s Historic Main Streets

By Craig Raphael on Jul 1, 2010 | 5 Comments

In honor of our new partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, PPS is revisiting a body of project work impacting historic places. Last week we looked at historic train stations and public markets; today we’ll examine historic main streets.

The traditional Main Street is one of the most iconic images of America. With [...]

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