Transforming Cities: The Role of Transit-Oriented Development

In this episode of Architecturally Speaking, host Ryan Schwartz is joined by Shonda Wang, Principal at SvN, to explore the concept of transit-oriented communities and their impact on urban development.

Shonda is a seasoned urban designer and planner with expertise in large-scale urban regeneration projects, and unpacks the importance of creating connections between public spaces, transportation infrastructure, and the built environment in evolving cities.

Tune in to gain insights into how cities are adapting to accommodate growing populations and the need for sustainable living spaces.

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[00:00:00] Introduction to Architecturally Speaking

[00:00:36] Cities constantly evolving and changing.

[00:00:58] Shonda Wang Introduction

[00:01:47] Roles of Urban Designers and Planners

[00:02:12] Dynamic Nature of Cities

[00:02:46] Interdisciplinary Approach in City Building

[00:04:02] Definition of Transit Oriented Communities

[00:06:28] Transit-Oriented Development (TOD).

[00:09:39] Transit-oriented developments and communities.

[00:13:33] New subway line in Toronto (Metrolinx)

[00:18:10] Large transit project in North America.

[00:21:36] Collaborative transit development process.

[00:24:14] Transit infrastructure and development.

[00:30:07] Challenges in community planning.

[00:33:13] Public engagement process and pushback.

[00:38:33] Exciting projects in North America.

[00:41:15] OAA's Support for TOD

[00:42:04] How to Reach Out to SVN and OAA

[00:43:05] Conclusion and Call to Action