SPUR Forum: Learning from London

From SPUR:

Photo courtesy of Flickr user raph.ae/

London has had over a millennium to establish itself as one of the most progressive cities in the world. How has its history shaped the city and what can we learn from its approaches to issues like housing, design, transportation and sustainability? Come hear about SPUR’s recent study trip to this massive metropolis and the lessons that can be applied to the cities we call home.
+ Allison Arieff / SPUR
+ Jacinta McCann / AECOM
+ John Ellis / Mithun | Solomon
+ Rod Freebairn-Smith / Freebain-Smith and Crane

ADMISSION:

Free to SPUR members
$10 for non-members
Okay to bring lunch

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