This studio focuses on identifying issues, resolving conflicting interests and developing effective improvement strategies in exercises analogous to the kinds of assignments that might be issued by a government planning agency. Projects typically involve redevelopment or revitalisation of an existing urban neighbourhood or district, rather than a defined urban site, with a focus on diagnosis of problems and opportunities, community engagement, protection of natural and historic resources, public development strategies and creating incentives for private investment. Studio exercises are selected to address areas under investigation by a local municipality or department of state government,... -- Course Website
