by John W. Olson | Dec 3, 2011 | Landscape Architecture, Streetscapes, Urbanism
Recently, I wrote a blog post on the EVstudio website that discussed the philosophy in designing a streetscape. The blog post was titled “The Urban Streetscape Process.” In writing it, I wanted to emphasize the importance of designing in context. This...
by John W. Olson | Jul 6, 2011 | Landscape Architecture
The residential landscape tends to vary by type and size in terms of the necessity of a professional landscape architect. A professional design from a landscape architect is certainly a great benefit for a homeowner, however there are instances where the fees may seem...
by John W. Olson | Mar 19, 2011 | Comprehensive Planning and Codes, Events, Landscape Architecture, Streetscapes, Sustainability, Town Planning, Urban Planning and Design, Urbanism
My involvement with CNU Colorado (Congress for the New Urbanism, Colorado) over the past five years has allowed me the opportunity to assemble and coordinate many events. This winter/spring, I am coordinating together the biggest and best of the events that I have...
by John W. Olson | Aug 31, 2010 | Comprehensive Planning and Codes, Urban Planning and Design, Urban Renewal, Urbanism
Last Wednesday, I attended a brainstorming session for the Academy Boulevard corridor. The title of the study by CH2M Hill is “Great Streets”, the following is a link to the Study’s official website: Great Streets. CH2MHill was hired by the City of Colorado Springs...
by John W. Olson | Jul 12, 2010 | Comprehensive Planning and Codes, Town Planning, Urbanism
South Main, a Southern Colorado TND, includes a beautiful context-sensitive street called Buzz Boulevard. Buzz Boulevard is a narrow boulevard with a landscaped median that is sized appropriately to accommodate the vehicle and pedestrian. A litmus test for all...
