TDI Mass Developments asset Maps
Massachusetts
Urban Planning and Community Revitalization
Completion: 2023
Project Overview
Studio Luz was engaged for assistance by MassDevelopment TDI to perform a planning study in an effort to revitalize the historic business districts in 13 cities in Massachusetts. Our study and report sought to identify significant community anchors, local economy resources, wealth building assets and under-utilized areas in need of development. Acting as a technical architect, Studio Luz worked with MassDevelopment TDI to implement a long-term development plan that will revitalize the disparate parts of the city and activate the under-utilized portions of these cities.
Project Team
Hansy Better Barraza
Sophie Nahrmann
Joshua Ssebuwufu
Kaitlin Pettenger
Leo Torres
Client
Municipality
Massachusetts
DATA DRIVEN PROCESS
COMPREHENSIVE RESEARCH
This mapping project for the 13 historical districts recognized by TDI uses information provided by MassDevelopment for each district along with online research to provide a comprehensive overview of the focus districts within the target scope.
SPECULATIVE ANALYSIS
ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
REVITALIZATION & ACTIVATION
The identified existing community resources and deficiencies are intended for use by TDI Mass Development in their future planning to revitalize and activate these historic business districts which will enable for development of local economies to benefit their cities’ and towns’ residents.
Project Overview
TDI Mass Development Asset Mapping
MassDevelopment TDI is working on an extensive study and planning effort to revitalize the historic business districts in thirteen Massachusetts cities.
Studio Luz used urban mapping strategies to identify and depict important cultural centers, local businesses, and potential areas for real estate and wealth development within each city. This planning project equips MassDevelopment TDI with the tools to make informed decisions as they improve these important historic districts.