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Parks and Libraries in Partnership

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Diantha Schull, Executive Director of Libraries for the Future, talks about the important civic role for parks, libraries, and other institutions. Project for Public Spaces' Urban Parks Institute
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Before the Jersey Barrier: Public Access and Public Safety in Federal Buildings

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
How federal buildings in Syracuse, N.Y., and Washington, D.C., are employing management techniques to balance concerns about security and public accessibility.
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Farmers Market Turns Federal Building Into a City-Wide Destination

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
By instituting a weekly farmers market, Chicago's Kluczynski Federal Plaza has built local partnerships, increased tenant satisfaction, and promoted a sense of community.
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Real Estate Survey Finds Few Major Security Changes

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
The overriding post-Sept. 11 security trends, according to 202 building owners, managers, developers, and real-estate professionals surveyed by BOMA and the Urban Land Institute.
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Measuring the Competition

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment

Architectural competitions have a bad rap – and for good reason, many say. This article dissects the competition process for a new media museum in New York City, revealing many benefits, not a few pitfalls, and much of what it takes to succeed.

Metropolis Magazine

Measuring the Competition

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Garage Below Supports Park Above In Boston

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
An underground parking garage creates a new amenity: A 1.7-acre, street-level public park.
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Lighting Use & Design

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Well-designed lighting not only increases security and aids geographic orientation, but also highlights the identity of an area and creates a sense of drama.
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Pilot Project Implementation

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Test new ideas and create excitement for future improvements.
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8 Lessons to Promote Diversity in Public Places

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 2, 2007 | 1 Comment
History, safety, familiarity and participation are key.
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City and Neighborhood Collaborate to Revive Community Center

By Project for Public Spaces on Apr 1, 1997 | Add Comment
The Rainier Community Center in Southeast Seattle bustles with programs, classes, counseling and games for all ages, from senior pickleball players to Internet web page designers.
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