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PanamArq in Architecture Boston “Change” Issue
PanamArq was recently mentioned in the Spring 2012 issue of Architecture Boston, the Boston Society of Architects’ publication. Myself and a group of emerging young architects joined for drinks and dinner to discuss the future of the profession. If you have the time, the entire publication is a good read. It talks about change in ...
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Livable "Complete" Streets for Panama
I noticed this initiative by The National Complete Streets Coalition (via Wired Magazine) which seeks to create guidelines for more livable urban streets. The definition of “livable” in this case is that the streets are accommodating to all modes of transportation; autos, pedestrians, bicycles, and public transportation.
This is something which I believe should be adopted by Panama in order to fix the increasing problems of traffic, pollution, and an unlivable urban environment. -
Emerald Monkey in Bali, ooops I mean Bocas
This left me scratching my head for a moment…. in fact as I am writing this I am still very confused. First. Emerald Monkey Eco-luxe Resort and Residences, claims to be the first 5-star zero-carbon resort in the world…..ummmm sure. It is very hard to believe this. Maybe there aren’t any existing 5-star zero-carbon resorts, ...
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Panama Pacifico…the GREAT, the Bad, and the Ugly
Panama Pacifico is a new mega-development at the former Howard Air Force Base, across the canal from Panama City. This is actually more of a new city than a new development. It lists itself as 1,400 hectares of land (650 of which is reserved for open space and parklands) and will create 1 million square ...
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Panama, the Dubai of the Americas…..WHY?!
Many people have called Panama City, “The Dubai of Latin America”. Many developers and real estate agents are advertising it this way. The media is hyping it. My question is…. WHY????? Why does Panama City want to become a Dubai? Who wants Panama to be a Dubai? Is being the Dubai of the America something ...
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Why quality design is necessary in Panama
Why dialogue of architecture, design, and urbanism in Panama is necessary. The existing landscape is visible in these aerial photos.