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Cooler over “cool” boulevards in innovation districts:

Climate- and people-centered designs for arid climate

article - December 19, 2019

Designing boulevards in arid innovation districts requires climate-sensitive planning, emphasizing natural materials, shaded areas, and compact layouts to create cooler, more inviting public spaces.

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Placemaking and the evolution of innovation districts

article - August 1, 2019

This article explores how innovation districts are evolving to blend economic, social, and physical assets with placemaking strategies, creating vibrant, inclusive hubs that foster community, entrepreneurship, and opportunity for all.

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