Urbanism Without Effort: Reconnecting with First Principles of the City

We will discuss a book that cautions urbanists not to get carried away by urban design concepts and public policies. It’s because, the book warns, while mixed uses, transit-oriented design and bike lanes may be helpful and even necessary, they aren’t sufficient to make cities come to life. What is needed? Basically, the unplanned parts of cities, the author argues.

Charles R. Wolfe is an attorney, consultant and college lecturer who lives in Seattle and London.

In our discussion, we will look for lessons for Urban Atlanta.