Misplaced civic pride leads to a lack of actual cycling infrastructure in Vancouver. Also, we confuse “good enough” for “superb urban planning decisions” to dangerous consequences.
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Here is The Secret: there is no secret.
In place of a dangerous and corrosive philosophy that prizes suspension of disbelief, allow me to offer you a more practical way to achieve success.
Can downtown residential development (i.e., condos) happen in a sane, practical way that actually creates livable neighborhoods? Corktown Commons says YES. Also, a look at some of the signature waterfront urban parks in Toronto.
Read MoreIn which Stephanie brings ruination, with a fury akin to hellfire, to the argument that Canada is 'too cold' to have walkable, livable neighborhoods.
Read MoreI found my architecture mentor. He's even more pissed off about the state of architecture than I am. And that's really saying something.
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