#e.22060Monday 6:00PM to 7:30PM
November 12, 2012
CM | 1.50

Transforming our Cities: Catalytic Case Studies for Smart Growth in Portland

NCSU-FEOPRaleigh, NC

Free event

Speaking will be landscape architect Carol Mayer-Reed, FASLA, from Portland Oregon. In her lecture, “Transforming Our Cities: Catalytic Case Studies for Smart Growth in Portland." Carol will present examples of Mayer/Reed’s recent work that are making a difference in the urban form of Portland, Oregon. Carol is a tireless advocate for the quality of the built environment. The case studies she will present case studies are examples of how landscape architects are transforming public spaces and people’s lives. She will also share her forecast of expanded markets for landscape architecture and urban design services. Learning objective include:

1. Learn about case studies regarding mass-transit related design, including light rail stations addressing needs of pedestrians, bridges, connections to trails and the process of community meetings with varied constituents.

2. Learn about case studies regarding streetscapes and pedestrian projects which enhanced the city's walkable communities.

3. Learn about case studies regarding open space and park master plans meeting community needs for public recreation and incorporating sustainable stormwater features.

4. Learn about the market and need for urban design and planning services and how designers and planners can transform the lives of people in community settings.

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Instructors:

Carol Mayer-Reed, FASLA


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