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Public space is both the backbone and the soul of our cities. Public space is commonly described as the outdoor living room of a city; something that enables the transformation of a group of neighbours into a community. Given this importance, examining public space design can be a very useful way to reveal the value systems that underpin city building in different societies.
By reviewing the realities of homeownership for low-income and racialized communities, we can better understand both what planning tools can be used to solve the problem and how to use those tools in an effective way so as to not cause other negative externalities.
If the amenities that attract us to cities are being reduced, revised, or shut down, why bother living in the city anymore?