John R Hedrick
John R. Hedrick is an attorney and consultant who currently focuses on community and urban design issues. He is now also sharing his experience and related interests. Contact at: mdrn.consulting@me.com
Comfort Closer to Home
Glimpses from Neighborhoods
When the nearby fields change for winter, I’m reminded how beauty is often hidden in familiar scenes. This photo of the local Wagner Farm captures one of those moments we might overlook in daily passing. It reminds us of the historic resources and traditions that root us in community, and of the wonderful facilities we’re blessed with in Glenview.
Not Just For Show
This pic of my “66 Mustang Convertible from summer car shows remind me how enduring design still attracts and connects people. And I’m noting how my hobby interest relates to and inspires professional involvement with streetscapes and civic spaces. Whether local car show, Municipal Design Review Network event, or Scenic Illinois advocacy, design engages people, links generations, and reflects what we value.
Personal and Technology Connections
Balancing Heritage and Technology
This month I’m combining some insights where my personal interests converge with community planning and architecture. I’ve been digging deeper into my ancestral roots, and my continuing interest in the East Coast took me to Newport, RI - a prime example of how to maintain the past we must adapt to modern technology.
Time for SCENIC Mustang
Many around town know me as owner of this Mustang convertible. And after remarking about “what year“ (1966), people often ask about the SCENIC antique plate.