Can public spaces reclaim the past while embracing the future?
In short: Landscape architect Walter Hood explores how urban design can do more than just provide a place to sit. This talk reveals his five core concepts for creating environments that illuminate shared memories and foster community connection.
Drawing on an iconic career with projects like San Francisco's Lafayette Square Park and the International African American Museum in Charleston, South Carolina, Hood examines the intersection of history and urban planning. He argues that thoughtful design can force us to view one another differently by highlighting collective experiences.
The presentation serves as a visual guide to his philosophy, demonstrating how specific landscape choices can preserve historical narratives while remaining functional for modern public life.
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