Issue 525 /
New Life for Old Buildings
Adapt, Transform, Reuse
Making use of the past can serve as a guide to the future of the city.
The juxtaposition of old and new enhances our urban fabric, amplifying the layers of history that define great cities. Reimagining old buildings has lead to the creation of some of San Francisco鈥檚 most loved places, from the Women鈥檚 Building to Mint Plaza to the new Exploratorium.
Urban Field Notes: The Hills of San Francisco
Once a formidable obstacle, the city鈥檚 hills are made for walking. And commuting. And recreation.
Once a formidable obstacle, the city鈥檚 hills are made for walking. And commuting. And recreation.
From Pop-Up to Permanent
In Oakland, an artist and urban designer blends boosterism with positive deviance.
In Oakland, an artist and urban designer blends boosterism with positive deviance.