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
Inspiring Suburban Downtown Revitalization
People often ask me “Why can’t our Downtown be more…”? Local success and personal enjoyment may depend on many factors. But the question highlights why traditional Main Street is the soul of community.
1.2 Hour Walk-about
In reviving my Blog, I recalled the wise saying that every journey begins with a first step. And for this new year I was inspired by a book called “The 12 Hour Walk.”
Value of Quality Design
This is the essence of my work with the Municipal Design Review Network. Check my Resources page for related publications.
Can Towns Still Afford Quality Design?
With many new challenges for our communities, we will face difficult choices in restarting our MainStreet businesses and local economies. But we have to remain focused on what made our towns livable and vital: thoughtful planning and attractive design!