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Governing Magazine - Placemaker Profile: Allan Jacobs
Feature Story:
The Waterfront Renaissance
Hong Kong is one of many cities seeking to transform its waterfront into a public space destination.
Waterfronts are inextricably linked to the identity and vitality of cities. As many cities rediscover their roots on the river, lake or sea, we have a remarkable opportunity to create a new generation of great public spaces...
Also in this Issue:
How to Turn a Waterfront Around
As more cities envision their waterfronts as lively public destinations that keep people coming back, PPS outlines thirteen steps to make it happen.
Great Waterfronts of the World
From Sydney Harbor to Venice's canals to Coney Island, these are special places that show us how to get back to the water.
The Hall of Shame
From Barcelona to New York to Hong Kong, these cities have squandered the great possibilities of their waterfronts. But in most cases, it's not too late.
Mistakes by the Lake, River, or Sea
Look out for these eight common problems that keep waterfronts from living up to their potential.
The Good Life in Greece
Jay Walljasper's travels around the island of Hydra reveal what can happen with a lively waterfront, a rich sense of public space and a town without traffic.
War on the Waterfront
How a genuine community-led process can bring peace to development conflicts and create world-class public places.
Walking on Water
Nothing lifts our spirits like a pedestrian bridge. Here's a photo essay showing some of the world's best from the PPS Image Collection.
