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Opening streets, closing a block, and keeping the ‘public’ in public gathering spaces
Bubble fun at Robson – one of the many possibilities in an expanded public square – Photo by dooq UPDATE: Council has passed the Open Streets report and recommendations. More details to follow! This morning, City Council will be meeting to... Continue reading »
Neighbourhood wayfinding kiosks: getting to the essence of a street?
One recent evening, strolling down Main Street, I came across one of the wayfinding kiosks that had been installed on the street for the Olympics. And here’s a picture of the backside from a wayfinding kiosk at another location, if... Continue reading »
Community Centre Open Houses
The Park Board is conducting a few open houses for the public to view the schematic design plans and feasibility study for three community centre renewal projects. Public feedback is encouraged and staff will be on hand to take questions.... Continue reading »
Bing Thom’s big dig: reimagining Centennial Square
Underground performance space at Centennial Square – Concept by Bing Thom You may have read about architect Bing Thom’s proposal for an underground performance space at the north end of the Vancouver Art Gallery. The idea was announced at a... Continue reading »
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Early 20th century panoramas of Vancouver – now online
S.S. Princess Mary at Pier D. City of Vancouver Archives Cool pix! The City Archives just released a set of digitized panorama photographs of the city at the turn of the 20th century. The images were taken by W. J.... Continue reading »