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My Urban Curious Blog:
Authoritative, Affectionate, and Occasionally Absurd
I have been writing about cities, urban design, and the quirks of how people live together for more than twenty-five years. Some of that writing has been technical, or professional. Some has been quirky, or heartfelt. Some has been—let’s be honest here—slightly absurd, usually after an unusually strong espresso.
Plangirl Travels: Lessons from Reykjavik
Planning West Magazine: Fall 2025
Cities are never still; they only change at a pace we sometimes mistake for stillness. Reykjavik’s next chapter will unfold in the open air, proof that climate challenges can spark urban creativity rather than freeze it.