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How to Turn a Waterfront Around
Thirteen key steps to achieving great waterfronts.
Mistakes by the Lake, River, or Sea
The pitfalls of waterfront redevelopment are numerous. Knowing which common mistakes to look out for can keep you on the right track.
War on the Waterfront
How a genuine community-led process can bring peace to development conflicts and create world-class public places.
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.
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