ScholarWorks@UMass Amherst

Title

The Revitalization of Springfield’s North End - Envisioning New Housing and Places to Live, Work and Recreate

Authors

Samantha R. Anderson, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Ngoc Xuan Doan, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Ivette Banoub, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Keith W. Hannon, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Trudy M. Hall, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Irene Estelle Miller, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Colin N. O'Donnell, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Amanda Lynn Rookey, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow
Yan Xu, University of Massachusetts - AmherstFollow

Publication Date

Spring 2013

Comments

3rd Year MLA Graduate Studio: LANDARCH 604

Project location: Springfield, MA

Edited by:

Frank Sleegers

Abstract

This report summarizes the results of a seven-week design studio in our Landscape Architecture Program and engaged experts, stakeholders and medical students of the Memorial Square Neighborhood, in conjunction with planning officials from the Springfield Office of Planning and Economic Development. The project brought students and local export together in a supportive and constructive atmosphere of reciprocal learning.

The proposals seek to connect the powerful economy of the medical sector with the rich culture of the North End to create a more balanced social and economic climate. More spatial, green connections of the hospitals with local businesses on Main Street together with exploration of market-rate housing can benefit the area and will result in long-term opportunities for current and future residents.