We are saddened to share news that Kathleen A. Madden, co-founder of Project for Public Spaces, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025. Kathy was a pioneering leader in the global placemaking movement, dedicating her career to transforming public spaces and promoting community-centered urban design.

William H. "Holly" Whyte's film, "The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces," has stood the test of time. Its fundamental observations remain timeless and remind us of the work left ahead to create truly people-friendly public spaces. Read more about the film's recent digital restoration and a panel discussion about its influence over the years and how public spaces have changed since 1980.

Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted food shopping habits and spurred innovation at farmers markets, Project for Public Spaces takes a look at the largest farmers market network in the U.S. to gain insights into public market trends that have stood the test of time or shifted due to city living today.