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A Field Guide to Public spaces

Are we making inclusive choices in the design and management of public spaces that help promote a democratic society?

  • Introduction
  • Building Inclusive Parks
  • COVID-19 and the end of public space
    • The end of public space?
    • Studying how people use public space
    • Seeing different types of public space
    • Public space is different during the pandemic
    • Protest art for popular expression
    • How protests change public space
    • Rethinking public space
  • Definitions and Methods
    • The OMAI Model
    • Twin Cities Parks Background
    • The Star Model
    • 20 Types of Urban Spaces
    • Gehl’s Three Types of Activities
  • Case Studies
    • 2021
      • Como Park Pavilion
      • Iris Park
      • Mattocks Park
      • Merriam Park Public Library
      • Mississippi River Boulevard & Trail
      • Newell Park
      • Powderhorn Park
      • Rice Park
      • Rondo Commemorative Plaza
      • Summit Overlook Park
      • Union Depot
    • 2018
      • Green Line Stations
      • Groveland Recreation Center
      • Mattocks Park
      • Pedro Park
      • Phalen Regional Park
      • St. Paul Skyway
    • Limitations
  • Future
  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Press

Press

  • Urban Geography: Rythmanalysis and the emergence of public space: the case of University Avenue in Saint Paul following the George Floyd uprising
  • The Conversation: Successful city parks make diverse communities feel safe and welcome − this Minnesota park is an example
  • Streets.mn: Now more than ever, we need A Field Guide to Public Spaces
  • MinnPost: COVID-19 is spurring a re-invention of public space
  • Minneapolis Star & Tribune: Inclusive public spaces are key to building a city that works for all
  • Streets.mn: Introducing the Saint Paul Field Guide to Public Spaces 

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