How we kickstart projects

When a community has a vision — but lacks resources or meets systemic roadblocks — the Neighborhood Design Center can help.

We bring people together, build capacity, conduct research, and provide top-notch design and planning services (often for pro bono).

With the right tools, communities can secure funding for implementation and maintenance, and bring their dreams to life.

Addressing historic inequity

From our founding over fifty years ago, our mission has always been to serve low- and moderate- income communities affected by institutional neglect.

We redirect resources to underserved areas because everyone deserves healthy, high-quality public spaces.