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From Vancouver to Abu Dhabi: Lessons in Building World-Class Cities
On May 28th, PIBC/REIBC will be hosting Michael White and I for a presentation about Planning the Future of Abu Dhabi. Register here to attend: https://www.reibc.org/cgi/page.cgi/Lunch_Learn_From_Vancouver_to_Abu_Dhabi_Lessons_in_Building_World-Class.html
Expo ’86 – A Turning Point for Real Estate
CBC has recently released a short segment discussing Expo ’86 and its transformative effects on Vancouver. Watch it here: https://ici.radio-canada.ca/tele/le-telejournal-colombie-britannique/site/segments/reportage/2368698/exposition-universelle-expo-1986-immobilier
Planning the Future of Abu Dhabi: Upcoming Events
As part of the launch of Planning the Future of Abu Dhabi, Michael White and I will be presenting at a series of promotional events in the upcoming weeks:
Official Launch Event:
May 14th, 5-7pm
Inform (50 Water Street, Vancouver V6B 1A4)
PIBC Launch Event:
May 28th, 11:30AM – 2pm
915 W Hastings St, Vancouver BC V6C 1C6
Planning the Future of Abu Dhabi: Now Out from UBC Press
Planning the Future of Abu Dhabi explores the fascinating transformation of its namesake city from rapidly expanding oil boomtown into a showcase of visionary planning and development management. Purchase it now from UBC Press: https://www.ubcpress.ca/planning-the-future-of-abu-dhabi
Planning the Future of Abu Dhabi: Webinar with Gil Penalosa
Michael White and I recently had the pleasure of discussing our new book with renowned urbanist Gil Penalosa. Our full conversation can be found below, while Planning the Future of Abu Dhabi can be purchased here: https://www.ubcpress.ca/planning-the-future-of-abu-dhabi
Optimizing Downtown Living – The Magic of Neighbourhood
I had the pleasure of speaking at Local Focus Civic Network’s event series on community planning. Watch the full discussion here:
Housing Families at High Density – City of Vancouver Guidelines
Accommodating families with children in high density environments is a key tenet of Vancouverism. Upon their adoption in 1992, these guidelines helped enable the design and construction of residential units with this idea in mind. Read the full document here.
Interview With Councillor Hardwick Regarding “Vancouverism”
I recently sat down for an interview with Vancouver City Councillor Colleen Hardwick. We had a very productive discussion, and covered topics ranging from public consultation in the city to the upcoming elections. Listen to our full conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvcB6KES2Rg
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