The Role of a Traditional Sense of Place and Lessons Learned in the Recovery of Post-Katrina New Orleans Neighborhood
Bob Berkebile
AIA 2011 New Orleans Preconvention Workshop
New Orleans, LA
Curt F. Dale Guest Lecture at the Iowa State University | September 9, 2011BNIM
Architecture Premiere 2011: Iowa State University
Curt F. Dale Guest Lecture by Bob Berkebile FAIA and Rod Kruse FAIA, BNIM
9/9/2011 | 4:30pm-9:00pm in Kocimski Auditorium
Any list of accomplished, influential environmentalists and preservationists includes Bob Berkebile. Highly regarded by fellow professionals, Berkebile focuses on improving the quality of life in our society with the integrity and spirit of his firm's work. In 2009, he received a Heinz Award from Theresa Heinz and the Heinz Family Foundation for his role in promoting green building design and for his commitment and action toward restoring social, economic and environmental vitality to America’s communities through sustainable architecture and planning. He was also third on a list of the Top 5 U.S. Individual Role Models for green and sustainable design in the 2009 DesignIntelligence Sustainable Design Survey.
Berkebile will present "The Ultimate Design Problem: Sustaining Human Life" at approximately 5:30 p.m. He says, "The competition between our growing human family and the resources and decreasing natural capital that support human life are now undeniable. Our current design doctrine for community living is not sustainable. Do we have the capacity to design a new community model that ensures long-term vitality for our children and Spaceship Earth? Our grandchildren's lives depend on our answer."
Moss Point Results_Fact Sheet - v1(3-09)Nicole Cabral
The document summarizes how the Institute for Sustainable Communities (ISC) launched a project to help the city of Moss Point, Mississippi recover after being devastated by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The hurricane caused extensive damage to 80% of homes and the historic downtown area. Though assistance helped residents initially, local leaders lacked access to ongoing support for large-scale rebuilding efforts. ISC provided experts and technical assistance to city officials on sustainable planning, leadership training, civic engagement and economic development to help Moss Point rebuild as a more sustainable and inclusive community.
When Hurricane Katrina devastated Moss Point, Mississippi, city leaders faced rebuilding the city with limited resources and experience. With help from the Institute for Sustainable Communities (ISC), Moss Point now has a vision for a more just, resilient and livable city where residents shape its future through eco-tourism and smart growth. Since 2005, ISC has provided guidance to Moss Point on planning, leadership, civic engagement and economic development, helping implement unprecedented public outreach and nurturing nonprofits to become effective community partners. Moss Point has made progress on integrating smart growth, increasing civic participation, and attracting new resources.
The conditions shown in the photo are found in shanty towns because they are unplanned, illegal settlements where people cannot afford proper building materials. As a result, houses are makeshift and put together from scrap, and there is a lack of infrastructure like running water, sanitation, electricity, and paved roads. Diseases spread easily due to contaminated water and poor drainage.
Local people have tried to improve their lives by finding materials to build better houses, setting up schools, tapping into electricity, and finding work to support their families and pay for necessities. They have also worked together to access running water.
The Real Estate Foundation of BC: Transforming Land Use Attitudes and PracticesBC Notaries
Since the Real Estate Foundation of BC's grants program was launched, they have awarded over $64 million to nonprofit organizations working to improve BC communities through responsible and informed land use, conservation, and real estate practices.
The document discusses strategies for enhancing rural communities and addressing population growth challenges. It summarizes views from experts at Lincoln University on making rural areas more appealing places to live through promoting local heritage and tourism. Developing a "rural experience economy" could attract many visitors and create new jobs and businesses. However, simply building more housing may not improve quality of life, and development needs to include amenities like public spaces, healthcare, and affordable housing. Sustainable solutions require considering broader socioeconomic and cultural factors.
Tuscaloosa Recovery Plan Proposal PresentationBNIM
The document outlines BNIM's proposal and approach for developing a comprehensive plan to rebuild Tuscaloosa, Alabama after a tornado. It discusses BNIM's experience with rebuilding other communities after natural disasters. The proposal includes establishing a vision and goals, analyzing data, developing scenarios, and creating a comprehensive plan by December 2011 to guide long-term rebuilding strategies and priority projects through a public participation process.
The document describes Rogers' models of sustainable and unsustainable city systems. It then provides examples of sustainable city management strategies in various cities. Some key points:
- Rogers outlines linear "unsustainable" and circular "sustainable" city models in terms of inputs, throughputs, and outputs.
- Examples are given of sustainable strategies around housing, energy, transportation, and environment in cities like Curitiba, Copenhagen, Paris, Singapore, and Mexico City.
- Curitiba's strategies are summarized, including its bus rapid transit system, parks/lakes for flooding control, and slum upgrading paired with recycling programs.
Curt F. Dale Guest Lecture at the Iowa State University | September 9, 2011BNIM
Architecture Premiere 2011: Iowa State University
Curt F. Dale Guest Lecture by Bob Berkebile FAIA and Rod Kruse FAIA, BNIM
9/9/2011 | 4:30pm-9:00pm in Kocimski Auditorium
Any list of accomplished, influential environmentalists and preservationists includes Bob Berkebile. Highly regarded by fellow professionals, Berkebile focuses on improving the quality of life in our society with the integrity and spirit of his firm's work. In 2009, he received a Heinz Award from Theresa Heinz and the Heinz Family Foundation for his role in promoting green building design and for his commitment and action toward restoring social, economic and environmental vitality to America’s communities through sustainable architecture and planning. He was also third on a list of the Top 5 U.S. Individual Role Models for green and sustainable design in the 2009 DesignIntelligence Sustainable Design Survey.
Berkebile will present "The Ultimate Design Problem: Sustaining Human Life" at approximately 5:30 p.m. He says, "The competition between our growing human family and the resources and decreasing natural capital that support human life are now undeniable. Our current design doctrine for community living is not sustainable. Do we have the capacity to design a new community model that ensures long-term vitality for our children and Spaceship Earth? Our grandchildren's lives depend on our answer."
Moss Point Results_Fact Sheet - v1(3-09)Nicole Cabral
The document summarizes how the Institute for Sustainable Communities (ISC) launched a project to help the city of Moss Point, Mississippi recover after being devastated by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The hurricane caused extensive damage to 80% of homes and the historic downtown area. Though assistance helped residents initially, local leaders lacked access to ongoing support for large-scale rebuilding efforts. ISC provided experts and technical assistance to city officials on sustainable planning, leadership training, civic engagement and economic development to help Moss Point rebuild as a more sustainable and inclusive community.
When Hurricane Katrina devastated Moss Point, Mississippi, city leaders faced rebuilding the city with limited resources and experience. With help from the Institute for Sustainable Communities (ISC), Moss Point now has a vision for a more just, resilient and livable city where residents shape its future through eco-tourism and smart growth. Since 2005, ISC has provided guidance to Moss Point on planning, leadership, civic engagement and economic development, helping implement unprecedented public outreach and nurturing nonprofits to become effective community partners. Moss Point has made progress on integrating smart growth, increasing civic participation, and attracting new resources.
The conditions shown in the photo are found in shanty towns because they are unplanned, illegal settlements where people cannot afford proper building materials. As a result, houses are makeshift and put together from scrap, and there is a lack of infrastructure like running water, sanitation, electricity, and paved roads. Diseases spread easily due to contaminated water and poor drainage.
Local people have tried to improve their lives by finding materials to build better houses, setting up schools, tapping into electricity, and finding work to support their families and pay for necessities. They have also worked together to access running water.
The Real Estate Foundation of BC: Transforming Land Use Attitudes and PracticesBC Notaries
Since the Real Estate Foundation of BC's grants program was launched, they have awarded over $64 million to nonprofit organizations working to improve BC communities through responsible and informed land use, conservation, and real estate practices.
The document discusses strategies for enhancing rural communities and addressing population growth challenges. It summarizes views from experts at Lincoln University on making rural areas more appealing places to live through promoting local heritage and tourism. Developing a "rural experience economy" could attract many visitors and create new jobs and businesses. However, simply building more housing may not improve quality of life, and development needs to include amenities like public spaces, healthcare, and affordable housing. Sustainable solutions require considering broader socioeconomic and cultural factors.
Tuscaloosa Recovery Plan Proposal PresentationBNIM
The document outlines BNIM's proposal and approach for developing a comprehensive plan to rebuild Tuscaloosa, Alabama after a tornado. It discusses BNIM's experience with rebuilding other communities after natural disasters. The proposal includes establishing a vision and goals, analyzing data, developing scenarios, and creating a comprehensive plan by December 2011 to guide long-term rebuilding strategies and priority projects through a public participation process.
The document describes Rogers' models of sustainable and unsustainable city systems. It then provides examples of sustainable city management strategies in various cities. Some key points:
- Rogers outlines linear "unsustainable" and circular "sustainable" city models in terms of inputs, throughputs, and outputs.
- Examples are given of sustainable strategies around housing, energy, transportation, and environment in cities like Curitiba, Copenhagen, Paris, Singapore, and Mexico City.
- Curitiba's strategies are summarized, including its bus rapid transit system, parks/lakes for flooding control, and slum upgrading paired with recycling programs.
The Historical City as the Sustainable Compact City Model_2001Joaquim Flores
2001 – “The Historical City as the Sustainable Compact City Model” – Comunicação apresentada no 6º Simpósio Internacional da Organização das Cidades Património Mundial “Risk Preparedness and Emergency Response in the context of the management of the World Heritage Cities” – Puebla (México), 3 a 7 de Outubro.
This document discusses various aspects of sustainable cities including definitions, examples of sustainable initiatives, and case studies. It provides an overview of how cities like Adelaide and areas like Werribee Plains in Australia are implementing sustainable practices such as capturing stormwater runoff, recycled water schemes, and transit oriented development. Examples from other countries like cycling infrastructure in the Netherlands are also examined. The document aims to highlight positive changes being adopted around the world to make cities more environmentally friendly.
What does one planet living look like and how can you embed it into your new ...BioRegional
An overview of the one planet challenge - looking at using resources sustainably - and how this can apply to and benefit your new build project.
Presention for Ecobuild 2011 by Nicole Lazarus Communities Technical Manager at BioRegional.
This article discusses how cities of the future will function more like natural ecosystems by becoming more self-sufficient in their energy, water, food, and materials production. It notes that for centuries cities have extracted and consumed natural resources without regard for impacts, but that leading cities are now focused on creating their own resource supplies and developing ecological functions. Recent innovations like green buildings that produce their own energy and water on-site have pushed this transition, and entire eco-districts are now being planned that optimize resource systems at a larger scale. The article argues that with these trends, cities may one day support a global population of 9 billion people in a sustainable way.
The document discusses the concept of placemaking and what makes a sustainable community. It provides definitions of placemaking and sustainability from various sources. It also lists eight questions to consider about a place, such as who makes decisions, how well connected and designed it is, whether there are good local services and a thriving economy, and if there is a mix of social and cultural activities. Examples are given of different places that demonstrate positive aspects of these questions.
Regeneration in a cold climate: from policy change to behaviour changeJulian Dobson
This presentation examines why we need to rethink the idea of regeneration, including the role of social housing and the nature of 'work' to create real value for people in disadvantaged neighbourhoods. It looks at the idea of coproduction and argues for an 'urban acupuncture' approach with small, significant interventions.
The document summarizes a community meeting hosted by the Mayor and City Councillors of Malden, MA to discuss a proposal by Fellsmere Housing Group to redevelop the Malden Hospital site into a campus of housing. Representatives from Pinehills, Prospectus, and MONY real estate were present to discuss their experience with similar housing development projects. An existing conditions plan and concept plan for the proposed redevelopment were also presented.
Urban Waters -- Howard Neukrug discusses Philadelphia's Clean Waters PlanPatricia Scott
The document discusses a new approach to managing stormwater that focuses on green infrastructure and sustainability. It promotes temporarily holding stormwater on site through infiltration and evaporation rather than quickly piping it away. This helps link land and water management and improves water quality. The approach includes greening impervious surfaces, restoring streams, and investing in green stormwater programs to manage runoff from every acre. Public support for greening the city is overwhelming.
Megapolis 2025: Muutoksia maailman kaupungeissa. Dodoorg
The document discusses how cities can be viewed as living organisms that require resources like food, water, energy and information to survive. It notes that early cities like Angkor Wat likely collapsed due to ecological disasters caused by deforestation and changes to water systems. Modern cities also face resource challenges and will need to focus on resource efficiency through good planning and engineering to avoid problems related to scarcity of critical resources. Connecting cities through strong transportation networks may be more important for economic growth than just increasing the population size of individual cities.
The document discusses the need for achieving culture-environment parity in development planning for growing cities to maintain ecological balance. It argues that viewing development and environment/culture as mutually exclusive leads to problems. Instead, an organic city design approach is needed that incorporates cultural parameters and recognizes the city-nature continuum to minimize the environmental and cultural impacts of development. Maintaining the environmental quality curve above the "environmental breakeven of development" threshold over time despite rising development is key to sustainable development.
J.F. Kiely Construction Co. kicked off an environmental awareness campaign by providing reusable shopping bags to employees to promote reducing, reusing and recycling. The company president said the bags lessen the amount of material in landfills and the energy to make disposable bags. The company has implemented recycling waste water and oil at facilities and paper and plastic from offices. The next step is encouraging employees to generate new ideas to reduce, reuse and recycle in the business.
Event at Brooklyn Academy of Music Presents Live Author ReadingsColumbia Utilities
Columbia Utilities, a Brooklyn electricity, natural gas, and oil company, supports various nonprofits through its Columbia Cares initiative including Habitat for Humanity New York City, which builds quality homes for families in need using volunteers. Habitat NYC was founded in 1984, has served over 380 families in the five boroughs with permanent housing, and began its first project with a visit from President and Mrs. Jimmy Carter.
These slides were used to illustrate a lecture at Sheffield University, 'Regeneration with a human face: responsible urban recovery'. They look at the problem of knowing 'what works' in regeneration and propose six people-centred approaches that can help us move forward. You can read the full text of the lecture here: http://urbanpollinators.co.uk/?page_id=1820
Urban populations are growing rapidly worldwide, with over half of all people now living in cities. As populations increase, more housing and development is needed, reducing green spaces. However, urban parks are important for public health and quality of life, helping to reduce issues like obesity and crime. In Austin, the population is growing quickly but the amount of parkland is sufficient currently, though more will be needed in the future. Individual involvement in caring for neighborhood parks is important to maintain green spaces as urban areas increase in size and density.
This document discusses the future of New Zealand's regional centers and life outside the major urban areas. Experts from Lincoln University predict that 40% of New Zealand's economic activity will be concentrated in Auckland by 2042. However, regional centers are finding new opportunities through diversification into areas like tourism and developing niche agricultural exports that promote their local environments. Communities are also boosting well-being and population through initiatives that emphasize nature, relationships, and local identity over economic and consumption-focused measures of success. Regional centers offer a higher quality of life for many due to lower costs, stronger community ties, and access to nature.
The document discusses the differences between a "closed city" and an "open city". A closed city is characterized by over-determination through strict rules and fixed building functions that prevent adaptation. An open city follows principles of an open system by exchanging resources and allowing ambiguous boundaries, incomplete building forms, and unsolved development paths. This encourages interaction between communities and more efficient conversion of buildings over time as needs change. The city of the future is envisioned as more open, multi-ethnic, and with a less rigid class structure.
Slideshow by Amy Chester from Rebuild by Design. This presentation was given during "Our Blue Economy" World Water Day breakfast panel on 22nd of March, 2018. This event was organized by the NY Blue Tech Network, and hosted by the Consulate General of the Netherlands and Grand Central Tech.
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo (...Titta Lassila
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo. Ecology and management of urban green space, Helsinki Summer School, University of Helsinki 2014.
Implementing Regenerative Design through Community DialogueBNIM
The document discusses principles of regenerative design through community dialogue and systems thinking. It emphasizes understanding community aspirations and the character of place, integrating human and natural systems through collaborative design, and ongoing learning and feedback through participation. Regenerative design seeks to align human efforts with natural systems and engage in the co-evolution of people and place over time.
USC XED Summer 2012
Beyond Sustainability: Making the case for Regenerative Design by Bob Berkebile, BNIM, Peter Morris, Davis Langdon, Kathy Achepohl, BNIM
The Historical City as the Sustainable Compact City Model_2001Joaquim Flores
2001 – “The Historical City as the Sustainable Compact City Model” – Comunicação apresentada no 6º Simpósio Internacional da Organização das Cidades Património Mundial “Risk Preparedness and Emergency Response in the context of the management of the World Heritage Cities” – Puebla (México), 3 a 7 de Outubro.
This document discusses various aspects of sustainable cities including definitions, examples of sustainable initiatives, and case studies. It provides an overview of how cities like Adelaide and areas like Werribee Plains in Australia are implementing sustainable practices such as capturing stormwater runoff, recycled water schemes, and transit oriented development. Examples from other countries like cycling infrastructure in the Netherlands are also examined. The document aims to highlight positive changes being adopted around the world to make cities more environmentally friendly.
What does one planet living look like and how can you embed it into your new ...BioRegional
An overview of the one planet challenge - looking at using resources sustainably - and how this can apply to and benefit your new build project.
Presention for Ecobuild 2011 by Nicole Lazarus Communities Technical Manager at BioRegional.
This article discusses how cities of the future will function more like natural ecosystems by becoming more self-sufficient in their energy, water, food, and materials production. It notes that for centuries cities have extracted and consumed natural resources without regard for impacts, but that leading cities are now focused on creating their own resource supplies and developing ecological functions. Recent innovations like green buildings that produce their own energy and water on-site have pushed this transition, and entire eco-districts are now being planned that optimize resource systems at a larger scale. The article argues that with these trends, cities may one day support a global population of 9 billion people in a sustainable way.
The document discusses the concept of placemaking and what makes a sustainable community. It provides definitions of placemaking and sustainability from various sources. It also lists eight questions to consider about a place, such as who makes decisions, how well connected and designed it is, whether there are good local services and a thriving economy, and if there is a mix of social and cultural activities. Examples are given of different places that demonstrate positive aspects of these questions.
Regeneration in a cold climate: from policy change to behaviour changeJulian Dobson
This presentation examines why we need to rethink the idea of regeneration, including the role of social housing and the nature of 'work' to create real value for people in disadvantaged neighbourhoods. It looks at the idea of coproduction and argues for an 'urban acupuncture' approach with small, significant interventions.
The document summarizes a community meeting hosted by the Mayor and City Councillors of Malden, MA to discuss a proposal by Fellsmere Housing Group to redevelop the Malden Hospital site into a campus of housing. Representatives from Pinehills, Prospectus, and MONY real estate were present to discuss their experience with similar housing development projects. An existing conditions plan and concept plan for the proposed redevelopment were also presented.
Urban Waters -- Howard Neukrug discusses Philadelphia's Clean Waters PlanPatricia Scott
The document discusses a new approach to managing stormwater that focuses on green infrastructure and sustainability. It promotes temporarily holding stormwater on site through infiltration and evaporation rather than quickly piping it away. This helps link land and water management and improves water quality. The approach includes greening impervious surfaces, restoring streams, and investing in green stormwater programs to manage runoff from every acre. Public support for greening the city is overwhelming.
Megapolis 2025: Muutoksia maailman kaupungeissa. Dodoorg
The document discusses how cities can be viewed as living organisms that require resources like food, water, energy and information to survive. It notes that early cities like Angkor Wat likely collapsed due to ecological disasters caused by deforestation and changes to water systems. Modern cities also face resource challenges and will need to focus on resource efficiency through good planning and engineering to avoid problems related to scarcity of critical resources. Connecting cities through strong transportation networks may be more important for economic growth than just increasing the population size of individual cities.
The document discusses the need for achieving culture-environment parity in development planning for growing cities to maintain ecological balance. It argues that viewing development and environment/culture as mutually exclusive leads to problems. Instead, an organic city design approach is needed that incorporates cultural parameters and recognizes the city-nature continuum to minimize the environmental and cultural impacts of development. Maintaining the environmental quality curve above the "environmental breakeven of development" threshold over time despite rising development is key to sustainable development.
J.F. Kiely Construction Co. kicked off an environmental awareness campaign by providing reusable shopping bags to employees to promote reducing, reusing and recycling. The company president said the bags lessen the amount of material in landfills and the energy to make disposable bags. The company has implemented recycling waste water and oil at facilities and paper and plastic from offices. The next step is encouraging employees to generate new ideas to reduce, reuse and recycle in the business.
Event at Brooklyn Academy of Music Presents Live Author ReadingsColumbia Utilities
Columbia Utilities, a Brooklyn electricity, natural gas, and oil company, supports various nonprofits through its Columbia Cares initiative including Habitat for Humanity New York City, which builds quality homes for families in need using volunteers. Habitat NYC was founded in 1984, has served over 380 families in the five boroughs with permanent housing, and began its first project with a visit from President and Mrs. Jimmy Carter.
These slides were used to illustrate a lecture at Sheffield University, 'Regeneration with a human face: responsible urban recovery'. They look at the problem of knowing 'what works' in regeneration and propose six people-centred approaches that can help us move forward. You can read the full text of the lecture here: http://urbanpollinators.co.uk/?page_id=1820
Urban populations are growing rapidly worldwide, with over half of all people now living in cities. As populations increase, more housing and development is needed, reducing green spaces. However, urban parks are important for public health and quality of life, helping to reduce issues like obesity and crime. In Austin, the population is growing quickly but the amount of parkland is sufficient currently, though more will be needed in the future. Individual involvement in caring for neighborhood parks is important to maintain green spaces as urban areas increase in size and density.
This document discusses the future of New Zealand's regional centers and life outside the major urban areas. Experts from Lincoln University predict that 40% of New Zealand's economic activity will be concentrated in Auckland by 2042. However, regional centers are finding new opportunities through diversification into areas like tourism and developing niche agricultural exports that promote their local environments. Communities are also boosting well-being and population through initiatives that emphasize nature, relationships, and local identity over economic and consumption-focused measures of success. Regional centers offer a higher quality of life for many due to lower costs, stronger community ties, and access to nature.
The document discusses the differences between a "closed city" and an "open city". A closed city is characterized by over-determination through strict rules and fixed building functions that prevent adaptation. An open city follows principles of an open system by exchanging resources and allowing ambiguous boundaries, incomplete building forms, and unsolved development paths. This encourages interaction between communities and more efficient conversion of buildings over time as needs change. The city of the future is envisioned as more open, multi-ethnic, and with a less rigid class structure.
Slideshow by Amy Chester from Rebuild by Design. This presentation was given during "Our Blue Economy" World Water Day breakfast panel on 22nd of March, 2018. This event was organized by the NY Blue Tech Network, and hosted by the Consulate General of the Netherlands and Grand Central Tech.
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo (...Titta Lassila
A Finnish environmental NGO working in urban environments - example of Dodo. Ecology and management of urban green space, Helsinki Summer School, University of Helsinki 2014.
Implementing Regenerative Design through Community DialogueBNIM
The document discusses principles of regenerative design through community dialogue and systems thinking. It emphasizes understanding community aspirations and the character of place, integrating human and natural systems through collaborative design, and ongoing learning and feedback through participation. Regenerative design seeks to align human efforts with natural systems and engage in the co-evolution of people and place over time.
USC XED Summer 2012
Beyond Sustainability: Making the case for Regenerative Design by Bob Berkebile, BNIM, Peter Morris, Davis Langdon, Kathy Achepohl, BNIM
This document summarizes an asset-based economic development conference. It discusses how asset-based development focuses on a community's existing resources and strengths rather than its needs. Examples of asset-based projects include a multi-county rural transportation system, inventors and entrepreneurs clubs, and community funds that capture local wealth. Tools for identifying community assets include asset mapping, secondary data analysis, and appreciative inquiry. The document encourages participants to share their own asset-based efforts and experiences with successes, challenges, and identifying a community's assets.
The document discusses asset-based community economic development strategies. It defines asset-based development as building on existing community strengths to create sustainable development. Tools and methods are presented for identifying community assets, including secondary data analysis, asset mapping and appreciative inquiry. Examples of on-the-ground projects that utilize asset-based approaches are provided, including developing a multicounty transportation system, inventors and entrepreneurs clubs, and community funds. The document emphasizes engaging local leaders and stakeholders to mobilize around community assets.
An Introduction to the Regional Energy Planning Process 2 25-10lauraebrown
The document outlines a six-step plan for developing a regional energy plan in Southwest Wisconsin to increase energy independence and support the statewide goal of generating 25% of energy from renewable sources by 2025. The six steps are: 1) Establishing a vision, 2) Assessing current energy use, 3) Inventorying local renewable energy resources, 4) Evaluating alternative energy strategies, 5) Developing an implementation plan and timeline, and 6) Establishing metrics to measure success. The plan aims to engage local institutions, businesses, and citizens in developing an approach tailored to the region's unique resources and needs.
The document summarizes the results of a market analysis conducted in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin to inform local business owners and economic development organizations. Key findings include:
- A survey of local business owners found that competition, employee costs and recruitment were major challenges and many were interested in assistance with financial management, marketing and customer service.
- A consumer survey found that most shoppers earn less than $75,000 and prefer stores with better selection, hours and prices like Walmart over downtown businesses.
- The analysis identified opportunities for downtown such as developing a walking trail, performing arts center and open air markets to attract more customers. Maintaining historic buildings and coordinating economic development were also seen as important.
The document discusses asset-based collaborative strategies for rural economic development. It provides examples of multi-county transportation systems, inventors and entrepreneurs clubs, and community funds that have been used to develop local assets and spur economic activity. The presentation also discusses tools for identifying community assets, such as power mapping, appreciative inquiry, and using secondary data. Attendees are encouraged to share their own experiences with asset-based development efforts.
Lessons in Leadership and Sustainability from Greensburg KS 7 13-10lauraebrown
The document summarizes lessons learned from Greensburg, Kansas about leadership and sustainability after a devastating tornado destroyed the town in 2007. It discusses how community leaders rebuilt in a sustainable way by focusing on green building, partnerships across sectors, and youth leadership programs. While challenges remain around housing and services, the town's "can do" attitude and long-term planning have enabled it to rebuild in a way that considers future generations. The key lessons highlighted are the importance of vision, communication, patience, and using crises as an opportunity to enact positive change through alternative ideas.
This document outlines the planning process for the Oglala Lakota Plan, which aims to develop a comprehensive plan that honors Oglala Lakota cultural values and envisions a sustainable future for the people and lands. It lists members of the planning consortium and discusses establishing a steering committee to provide guidance. Key topics are identified that will be addressed in the planning process, which involves multiple steps over 18 months, including discovering community values and visions, analyzing opportunities and needs, developing the plan, aligning stakeholders, adoption, implementation and ongoing training and support.
This document discusses designing learning spaces that are flexible and accommodate changing needs. It emphasizes involving all stakeholders upfront to understand requirements and balance costs with desired features. Flexibility comes from adaptable building structures, mechanical and IT systems, and movable furniture. Resources for learning about cutting-edge design trends and examples include EDUCAUSE, Dartmouth University, and NC State University's SCALE-UP program. The panelists encourage sharing this content non-commercially provided the copyright is maintained.
On Thursday, August 8 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Board Room in Union Station, the City of Kansas City, Missouri hosted its Kick-Off meeting for Next Rail KC, the plan to expand the Downtown Streetcar starter line. The meeting included an introduction to the project by Mayor Sly James and City Councilmembers, an overview of the goals and the process by the Project Team and an interactive community engagement exercise for stakeholders of all seven corridors being studied.
The document describes several healthcare facility design projects completed by HKR Architects. It provides details on the location, size, client and overview of facilities designed by HKR Architects including The Whitfield Clinic in Waterford, Ireland which is a 55 bed hospital and diagnostic facility; the Wyndale Clinic in Letterkenny, Ireland, a private 70 bed hospital; and the Smithfield Diagnostic Centre in Dublin, a community-based medical imaging clinic.
This document summarizes a community meeting for Fargo's 2030 Comprehensive Plan. It discusses creating a true community vision focused on open space, transportation, land use, and other areas. Integrated systems thinking is important to address growth, renewal, water, health, energy, wind, the built environment, and more. There was also a discussion of making sustainability a common goal across government, private sector, and civic organizations, using examples from Greensburg, Kansas. Key areas like flood mitigation, housing, transportation, economic development, and the environment were discussed.
The document discusses plans to revitalize the historic Bancroft School in the Manheim Park neighborhood. It will be renovated in three phases with input from community members and partners including Dalmark Development Group, Make It Right, BNIM Architects, JE Dunn Construction, and the Green Impact Zone. The project aims to respect the school's history while creating a new vitality through community engagement and relationships.
The Evolution of Airports: Trends in Airport ConstructionSkanska USA
The future of air travel is changing quickly, from new and bigger planes to evolving security requirements, and shifting economics and consumer demands.
BNIM is an architecture firm founded in 1970 that has transformed the profession of architecture. They are recognized leaders in sustainable design who have received numerous national and international awards. BNIM has designed over 20 million square feet of space, including notable projects like Union Station in Kansas City and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Their work focuses on collaboration and community as well as pushing the boundaries of sustainability in design.
True Sustainability: Cutting Edge Regional Design and PlacemakingBNIM
The document discusses several projects focused on sustainability and regenerative design. It describes the Living Building Challenge which aims for buildings to harvest their own energy/water, be adapted to the site/climate, and promote health. It then summarizes projects in Rhinebeck NY, Greensburg KS, Montreal, and Chatham PA that implemented sustainable design. It lists climate positive development projects around the world and discusses the Oberlin Green Arts District in Ohio which uses art, science, and nature to promote sustainability through new ways of thinking and teaching.
The document summarizes a presentation on integrated project delivery (IPD). It discusses the context of traditional project delivery methods, concerns with IPD, and the key processes involved in IPD. The presentation outlines the essential features of IPD, including establishing a shared objective, joint project management, early participation of key parties, and shared risk and reward through an incentive compensation layer.
This document provides a case study of a 44,640 square foot government office building in Iowa that achieved LEED Platinum certification and is a highly sustainable demonstration project. The key points are:
1) The building achieved a 65% reduction in energy usage compared to code baseline and a 49% reduction in energy usage intensity. Total and net energy usage intensity were 22 and 20 kBTU/square foot/year respectively.
2) Sustainable features included a geothermal heating and cooling system, 198 photovoltaic panels generating 12.5% of energy usage, and rainwater harvesting reducing regulated potable water usage by 46%.
3) The project established high sustainability goals and set an example for
The document outlines a strategy for making New Orleans more resilient through three main visions: adapting to thrive with the natural environment, investing in equity to connect residents to opportunity, and transforming city systems to prepare for future challenges. It discusses New Orleans' vulnerability to hazards like hurricanes due to its coastal location and sinking land. The strategy proposes actions like coastal restoration, reducing flood risk, promoting sustainability, and improving equity, public safety and health to build a more resilient city for future generations.
The document summarizes a presentation on the role of cities in creating Australia's future and challenges they face. It discusses two main challenges - environmental issues from climate change and resource constraints, and maintaining population health. Other topics covered include urban renewal as an economic accelerator, megatrends shaping the future, importance of cities to the economy, themes for building resilient cities, and the need for innovative planning approaches to address these issues.
The document discusses the challenges of rapid urbanization and the need for sustainable "smart cities" of the future. It notes that by 2050, 70% of the world will live in urban areas. To develop sustainable cities, we must act now to find ways to support urban populations through creating energy efficient neighborhoods, green urban design, civic planning around human scale and diversity, and technologies that strengthen connections between cities and lessen environmental impacts. This will motivate innovation, international business, urban entrepreneurship, better environmental quality, more jobs, wealth, and overall improved quality of life for citizens.
Current cities are growing unsustainably into megacities, straining resources and destroying the environment. By 2050, 66% of the world's population will live in urban areas, with the largest growth in India, China, and Nigeria. Cities cannot produce enough clean energy, food, water, or handle the waste they generate without exploiting surrounding lands for hundreds of kilometers. The document proposes developing self-sustaining townships of 5,000-50,000 people that can produce their own clean energy, food, treat waste, and have sustainable housing and transportation to provide for residents' needs locally while protecting the environment. The author's experience living in large cities and sustainable communities motivates supporting sustainable urban planning approaches.
Introduction to sustainability principles 101 june 2 2010lauraebrown
The document provides an overview of sustainability principles and concepts being explored in Greensburg, Kansas. It discusses sustainability basics including relationships between time, change, and resilience. It also examines how sustainability is being approached at the community level through frameworks like The Natural Step and Transition Towns initiatives which aim to increase community resilience and plan for lower energy consumption.
The document is the City of Newark's first Sustainability Action Plan. It outlines the city's commitment to sustainability and improving quality of life for residents. Some key points:
- The plan was developed over 5 years through partnerships with residents and municipal employees. It aims to make Newark a healthy, green, and vibrant city.
- In 2008, Newark residents provided input at a summit that helped establish the city's sustainability office and environmental commission. Current projects include expanding urban farming, reducing energy bills, and making municipal operations more efficient.
- The plan comes as Newark's population grows and receives investments. It addresses challenges like climate change and aims to create jobs while making the city healthier and more resilient.
Intelligent sustainable liveable cities aim to provide security, happiness, and a high quality of life for inhabitants through accessibility, economic opportunities, natural beauty, and social justice. Key components include compact development, mixed uses, walkability, renewable energy, green spaces, and engagement. Nature contact, community, health, jobs, freedom and equity influence well-being. Truly sustainable cities consider environmental, economic and social needs of current and future residents.
This document is a rollup of over a year's worth of listening and interpreting the voices of the many New Yorkers who woke up suddenly one late fall morning to a new normal: awareness of the imminent threats of climate change to our city and the northeastern seaboard of the United States, through rising seas and the increasing severity of weather patterns.
A new millennium brought a whole set of new challenges, with extraordinary tests to our physical, emotional, and financial capacity to function and succeed. We know from our history the critical role civil society plays in city building, ensuring the broadest public interests are reflected in public policies and development decisions that support a livable and resilient city for all New Yorkers.
This document discusses building sustainable communities in an urbanizing world. It argues that mass production of standardized housing risks losing local culture and identity. Alternatively, communities can be built by empowering local groups, demonstrating sustainable models, and recognizing local adaptation. The Prince's Foundation works with communities to build skills, social capital, and housing that respects local needs through techniques like community engagement, training programs, and green building practices.
The document discusses building sustainable communities in an urbanizing world. It argues for an approach that emphasizes local identity, culture and community engagement rather than standardized "international style" development. The Prince's Foundation demonstrates models for empowering communities through workshops, skills training, and building approaches that enhance social and environmental capital. These include considering local needs, materials and climate, integrating mixed uses, and allowing for adaptation over time. The goal is to meet large housing needs in a way that strengthens communities and sense of place.
Sustainable Comm Network Fact Sheet_v1(1-09)Nicole Cabral
The Sustainable Communities Network aims to help Gulf Coast communities recover from hurricanes in a more sustainable and resilient way. It will create a forum for community leaders to share best practices, gain skills and resources to address issues like climate change. The Network will initially include organizations from Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas and provide quarterly convenings, demonstrations of green technologies, and coaching to build capacity. The goal is to strengthen leadership, civic engagement and sustainability in the region.
In Tanzania, Community Forests International has worked to plant over 1.5 million trees for fruit, timber and conservation to date. CFI has built solar energy micro-grids and rainwater harvesting systems for entire small island communities, developed new regenerative agricultural techniques, and innovated new low-carbon household technologies.
These successes have coalesced with the launch of the of the world’s first Rural Innovation Campus on Pemba Island, Zanzibar.
The Rural Innovation Campus model has proven successful in promoting positive change abroad, and Community Forests International believes that by replicating the approach in New Brunswick it may serve as a catalyst for the creation of much needed regenerative solutions here at home as well.
This design brief describes the vision for creating a Rural Innovation Campus in rural New Brunswick, Canada.
This document summarizes an AIA workshop on community resilience and urban challenges. It discusses trends like globalization, inequality, climate change and governance crises. It emphasizes the importance of participatory design and facilitative leadership skills to address these issues. The document advocates training a new generation of "citizen architects" through curriculum that empowers communities and instills values of democratic and collaborative urban planning. It provides examples of past AIA projects that transformed cities through community-driven design processes.
The document discusses new directions in planning and community design. It summarizes trends like changing demographics, consumer preferences for walkable and sustainable communities, and the time needed for innovations. It then discusses concepts like sustainable development, complete communities, and form-based codes that regulate urban form instead of separating uses. Examples are provided of redevelopment projects and how visioning and public outreach can lead to more dynamic planning.
East Devon District Council is committed to sustainable development and creating sustainable communities. Some of its core priorities include promoting employment sites and a knowledge-based economy, providing housing and infrastructure, rural regeneration, and maintaining services while managing budget cuts. Climate change is expected to increase temperatures, cause more flooding and drought, and harm biodiversity in the region over the coming decades. Development must balance environmental, social, and economic needs to ensure livable communities now and for future generations.
The document discusses two charrette sites in Blacksburg, Virginia that were the focus of an "Xtreme LA" event hosted by Virginia Tech. For the former middle school site (called "Middle Hill"), the team proposed mixed-use and mixed-density housing, connected open spaces, and pedestrian-friendly streets to create a diverse, connected new neighborhood. For the second site ("The Cradle") between a forest and trail, the team proposed preserving ecology, increasing connectivity and green space, and higher density housing while protecting natural areas. The charrette brought together professionals and students to develop creative planning solutions for managing growth in Blacksburg through sustainable development.
This document discusses sustainable development and related topics. It begins by defining sustainable development as meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs. It then discusses the three pillars of sustainable development: economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social inclusion. Subsequent sections discuss the role of young people, alternative approaches, urban sustainable development, and environmental sustainability. Key points are made about education, participation, health, employment and integrating youth concerns into development plans.
It is my great privilege to present the 2013 Momentum for Change Lighthouse Activities! These 17 activities are shining examples of climate action around the world. They demonstrate what happens when innovation and passion come together to address the biggest challenge of our time.
This year’s activities touch on three focus areas:
Women for Results: recognizing the critical leadership and participation of women in addressing climate change. This focus area is implemented with the generous support of The Rockefeller Foundation.
Urban Poor: recognizing climate action that improves the lives of impoverished people in urban communities. This focus area is implemented with the generous support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Financing for Climate Friendly Investment: recognizing successful and innovative climate-smart activities. This focus area is implemented in partnership with the World Economic Forum.
I am convinced that this year’s Lighthouse Activities will inspire you and help you take practical ideas for action to your communities. Each of us has a role to play in meeting the climate challenge, and sharing success helps raise ambition and scale up the global commitment to act on climate change.
Sincerely,
Christiana Figueres | UNFCCC Executive Secretary
The document presents guidelines for developing eco-efficient and sustainable urban infrastructure in Asia and Latin America. It notes that cities are facing environmental problems from rapid urbanization and population growth, and infrastructure investments will help provide services for residents but also impact the environment. The guidelines promote applying eco-efficiency principles to infrastructure development to enhance sustainability and expand financing opportunities through more efficient use of resources.
Craig Benjamin gave this presentation to our community group - Sustainable Queen Anne (Seattle). Craig is a Master in Public Administration and has a Certificate of Environmental Management, both from the Evans School of Public Affairs, Univ. of Wash. Craig holds a B.A. in Public Policy from Washington & Lee Univ. Craig serves on the city of Seattle’s Neighborhood Plan Advisory Committee and Bicycle Advisory Board. He is employed by Cascade Land Conservancy in Seattle (2009).
This document discusses various urban ecology projects including green infrastructure projects in Washington DC, Chicago, and Lexington KY that incorporate sustainable design elements like green roofs, eco-buildings, and brownfield redevelopment. It also outlines SCAPE's approach to creating regenerative living infrastructure and public spaces, and discusses their projects transforming former quarries in Israel and landfills in New York into parks. The document concludes with the steps to take action through urban ecology including design, engagement, demonstration, integration and long-term maintenance of projects.
This document provides an overview of BNIM's approach to regenerative design and projects. It discusses how BNIM works to create conditions conducive to life through regenerative design principles. It highlights several of BNIM's pioneering projects in green building certification and net zero energy/water including the Omega Center for Sustainable Living, the first to achieve both LEED Platinum and Living Building Challenge certification. It also summarizes BNIM's people-focused approach to design called HP.id and discusses prototypes for the future like the Building Positive project in Kansas City, which aims to meet the most stringent sustainability standards at multiple scales from building to community.
This document provides an overview of BNIM, an architecture firm. It discusses BNIM's leadership in sustainable design and green building, with the firm founding the AIA's Committee on the Environment and playing a key role in establishing standards like LEED and the Living Building Challenge. The document notes BNIM has received over 400 design awards and has completed over 50 LEED projects, including the world's first LEED Platinum and Living Building certified project. It outlines BNIM's values of seeking better ways through long-term and measurable improvement to benefit people, planet and prosperity.
BNIM presented their qualifications and approach for designing the new LPL Financial campus. Their team has extensive experience with sustainable and high-performance buildings, including numerous LEED Platinum and net-zero projects. BNIM uses an integrated design process involving all stakeholders to establish goals and priorities. Their approach includes gathering input through surveys, interviews and workshops to understand user needs, benchmarking other successful workplaces, and refining the program and massing concepts through an iterative design process.
131026 final taste presentation with voter resultsBNIM
The document outlines plans for the Catalyst Project, which aims to create a holistic vision and prioritize projects, programs, and partnerships across five neighborhoods in Marlborough. Key points include:
- Gathering community feedback on opportunities and determining which have leadership and buy-in to move forward.
- Discussing catalyst projects focused on mobility, development, culture/arts, food access, and reuse of the Marlborough School.
- Outlining specific projects like revitalizing the Marlborough Village commercial area, redeveloping the Marlborough School, coordinating with infrastructure improvements from Target Green, and building coalition capacity.
- Thanking sponsors and many volunteers involved in the planning
The document provides details about the Name of Project including floor plans, photographs, and quotes. It includes floor plans and photographs of the entry lobby, Michael & Ginger Frost Studio Theatre, and Studio 1: Michael & Ginger Frost Studio Theatre. It also includes two quotes praising the project for revealing architecture through plan and section, allowing program spaces to overlap in present and past, and juxtaposing dance typologies with their rituals.
This document discusses BNIM's approach to developing a master plan for downtown Parkville, Missouri. It provides details on BNIM's experience, leadership in sustainable planning, and public engagement process. The process will include an online platform to gather input, community workshops, and a "Better Block" event. The work plan outlines tasks to develop a vision, analyze transportation and development alternatives, and create an implementation plan to prioritize recommendations and identify responsible parties. BNIM's experience in sustainable downtown planning and award-winning public participation approach positions them to create a transformative master plan for Parkville.
The document summarizes a net zero ready building project in Des Moines, Iowa that achieved a 60% reduction in energy usage compared to code. It highlights strategies used including orientation, daylighting, natural ventilation, and renewable energy. The project served as a model for replicable passive design, energy efficiency, and innovation to transform the building industry.
Greensburg | The Green Rebirth of a Kansas CommunityBNIM
The document summarizes BNIM's involvement in rebuilding the town of Greensburg, Kansas after it was nearly destroyed by an EF5 tornado in 2007. BNIM designed and built several high-performance green buildings in Greensburg, including City Hall and the Kiowa County Schools, both of which achieved substantial energy savings compared to conventional buildings. President Obama cited Greensburg as a model for how renewable energy can power an entire community and bring economic opportunities.
The document presents a vision for the Oberlin Green Arts District (GAD) project in Oberlin, Ohio. The GAD aims to be a laboratory for exploring sustainable arts, music, sciences and design through community engagement, transformative learning, and leading by example in sustainability. It will include renovated and new buildings on the site for these purposes, with sustainable features like rainwater collection, an eco-machine, geothermal wells, and rooftop solar panels. The GAD seeks to transform the local economy and serve as a model for sustainable development.
Case Studies: Odum School of Ecology + Chatham University Eden Hall Campus Ma...BNIM
The Odum School of Ecology is building a new home that will function as a living laboratory. The school aims to create a building that is ecologically resilient, socially just, and economically sound. The building and site will serve as an interdisciplinary and transparent living laboratory available to students and the public. It seeks to foster regenerative relationships between humans and natural systems through its design, which incorporates sustainable features like green roofs, solar panels, natural ventilation, and on-site water treatment.
This document summarizes a presentation given by David Lake of Lake|Flato about their firm BNIM receiving the 2011 AIA Architecture Firm Award. The presentation discusses BNIM's focus on collaboration and community leadership in sustainability and design. It provides examples of some of BNIM's notable projects and discusses how they integrate sustainable initiatives, innovation, and training to improve communities through design.
This document outlines a grand idea for revitalizing downtown Kansas City through complete streets principles. It discusses transforming streets to be more pedestrian-friendly, bikeable, transit-accessible and economically catalytic. Elements include wide sidewalks, protected bike lanes, frequent transit service, green infrastructure and economic investment to catalyze development. The goal is to double the population, increase employment and promote sustainability through an integrated, multi-modal approach.
Practical eLearning Makeovers for EveryoneBianca Woods
Welcome to Practical eLearning Makeovers for Everyone. In this presentation, we’ll take a look at a bunch of easy-to-use visual design tips and tricks. And we’ll do this by using them to spruce up some eLearning screens that are in dire need of a new look.
Architectural and constructions management experience since 2003 including 18 years located in UAE.
Coordinate and oversee all technical activities relating to architectural and construction projects,
including directing the design team, reviewing drafts and computer models, and approving design
changes.
Organize and typically develop, and review building plans, ensuring that a project meets all safety and
environmental standards.
Prepare feasibility studies, construction contracts, and tender documents with specifications and
tender analyses.
Consulting with clients, work on formulating equipment and labor cost estimates, ensuring a project
meets environmental, safety, structural, zoning, and aesthetic standards.
Monitoring the progress of a project to assess whether or not it is in compliance with building plans
and project deadlines.
Attention to detail, exceptional time management, and strong problem-solving and communication
skills are required for this role.
1. r evolutionary evolutionary or : The Role of a Traditional Sense of Place and Lessons Learned in the Recovery of Post-Katrina New Orleans Neighborhood Bob Berkebile FAIA | BNIM: 2011 AIA National Architecture Firm Award
14. “This disaster is not set to happen in some science fiction futuremany years ahead, but in our lifetime. Unless we act now. . . these consequences, disastrous as they are, will be irreversible.” - Tony Blair, 2006
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38. City of Greensburg Kansas City of Greensburg Kansas Growth A community that opens its doors to new residents and visitors without affecting the values and lifestyles of its current residents. Renewal A community that makes proactive decisions that use this opportunity to reverse the decline of the community and build a progressive city with a strong future. Water Treat each drop of water as a precious resource. Health Improve quality of life by promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Energy Promote a high level of efficiency in new construction and look to renewable options for generation. Wind Greensburg’s vast wind resources are part of an emerging economy and should be harvested. Built Environment Build a town that encourages interaction between residents, welcomes guests and serves as a model community. New development should be durable, healthy and efficient. City projects will lead the way by becoming examples of green practices that are built to last. Community A progressive community that offers urban services within the unassuming feel of a rural, Midwestern community. Family A community that provides opportunities for its young people in the way of jobs, education and recreation as reasons to stay in Greensburg. Prosperity A community where entrepreneurial spirit, customer service, and a sustainable economy permeate the business sector and where residents, travelers, and tourists enjoy a full line of locally owned businesses that provide jobs and services to an exceptional example of small town America. Environment A community that recognizes the importance of the natural environment and balances the need for growth and economic development with the maintenance and improvement of the environment. Affordability An up-to-date, affordable rural community where housing plans and strategies incorporate energy-efficient design and materials and serve as a regional and national model for integrating residents of all ages and needs with services of all kinds.
39. Promote a high level of efficiency in new construction and look to renewable options for generation.