Why We Need Social Hubs and How to Make Them
A social hub is a place where the mix of amenities, assets, and activities creates an environment that people enjoy frequenting, making it a social hotspot in a community.
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"Rich street life is no frill. It is an expression of the most ancient function of a city—a place for people to come together, all kinds of people, face-to-face." — William "Holly" Whyte
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How Double-Loaded Sidewalks Bring Safety, Comfort, and Joy to Our Streets
Double-loading is the way to revitalize sidewalks so they can become safe, comfortable, and pleasant places where people love to spend time.
14 Reasons Why NYC and Cities Everywhere Need Dining Sheds
Dining sheds are an important component of vibrant public life and NYC, as well as cities all around the world, would greatly benefit from having them.
What New Yorkers Lost: Dining Sheds That Supported Vibrant Sidewalk Life
NYC's dining sheds have created vibrant social hubs that have revitalized our sidewalks and public life. Now, we are on the brink of losing them and all the wonderful benefits they've brought.