A Model for Main Streets Everywhere
06/28/2022
Our visit to SocialLifeProject.org found a fascinating series of articles about how to help public spaces thrive. Founded by Fred Kent and Kathy Madden, Social Life Project publishes articles and presentations related to sidewalks and streets, architecture, amenities and more.
Recently, Fred and Kathy, along with Katherine Peinhardt and Madeley Rodriquez published an article about the emergence of social hubs and the role they play in reactivating communities with life. The article discusses how this trend is emerging in the Carroll Gardens and Cobble Hill neighborhoods of Brooklyn.
Noting the loss of several anchor stores, including pharmacies and bookstores, the article discusses how the replacement buildings contributed little to the historic street life or the sense of place for the communities. The authors examined emerging social hubs, such as the Foster Building, Court Street Tavern, and MozzLab.
Congratulations to Social Life Project. They’re doing important work to revitalize our communities and this latest article is no exception. “Emerging Social Hubs in Brooklyn” is an important read for all of us that are working to rebuild and recreate Main Streets in a post-pandemic world.
We encourage you to visit sociallifeproject.org to learn more, and make sure you subscribe to their website to keep informed of their good works.