“It is essentially the idea of the American dream—building wealth through home ownership. That very tool was denied to African Americans.”
It is essentially the idea of the American dream—building wealth through home ownership.
Alumni Profile: Robert Goodspeed, MCP ’08
The biggest obstacles in planning vibrant, thriving communities are the things you can’t plan for: economic shifts; new technolog
Speaking of Books with Joseph Williams: Architecture of Disjuncture
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Ad-Hoc Architecture, by Design
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One of Southern Italy’s most stunning architectural marvels was constructed without a plan.
“Infrastructure is not a problem until it’s a problem.”
Infrastructure is not a problem until it’s a problem.
Designing for a Different Future
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COVID-19 has upended how we work, learn and socialize. So how could it ultimately reshape some of D.C.’s landmarks?
Reopening Plan: Fall 2020 at MAPP
To ensure the safety and health of our community, the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation is offering a mix of in-person, blended and online academic experiences this semester to accommodate the needs of students, faculty and staff. Whether you plan to be on campus or learn remotely, we encourage you to review the www.umd.edu/4Maryland website, which outlines best practices, what to expect in the classroom and residence halls, information on student life and helpful resources for the entire Maryland community.
“Just as vulnerability is not evenly distributed through the public health hazardscape, physical infrastructure robustness is not equal across communities.”
“Just as vulnerability is not evenly distributed through the public health hazardscape, physical infrastruct