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Conference characters
A layman’s view (not an architect) For those of you who have never been to a conference, I would recommend you experience it at least…
The common sink: a layman’s view (not an architect)
There’s a concept in economics called the tragedy of the commons which states that without external controls, people will act in their own self-interest to…
Diving in
Last year we had a unique opportunity and took to chance to dive right in. A local hotel had been having trouble with their pool…
Making intensification work in Ottawa
Making intensification work in Ottawa More people living on less land means less sprawl. However, when poorly designed or located in inappropriate areas, infill development…
LRT – a discussion on public interest and P3
The following are the notes used for my address to Ottawa City Council last Wednesday with minor notes for clarity, as well as links for…
Long-term planning, not Band-Aid solutions
The other evening I was driving home and listening to CBC Ottawa’s All in a Day with Alan Neal. He was interviewing Canada’s Auditor General…