Raleigh Essays & Commentary

Smoky Hollow and Raleigh’s Northern Edge

An examination of how infrastructure, redevelopment, parks, and transportation investments are reshaping the northern gateway to downtown Raleigh through the continuing evolution of Smoky Hollow. 

Infrastructure, Parks, and the Future of Raleigh’s Northern Gateway 

A deeper look at the relationship between rail infrastructure, public space, creek corridors, and redevelopment surrounding Smoky Hollow and the future S-Line corridor in Raleigh. 

What Became of Raleigh’s Original Squares? 

An exploration of Nash Square and Raleigh’s original civic plan, examining how public squares evolve over time through stewardship, canopy growth, redevelopment pressure, and changing expectations for urban public space. 

Growth, Walkability, and the Next Phase of North Hills

An examination of how North Hills continues to evolve from suburban retail center into a denser mixed-use district shaped by walkability, redevelopment, housing demand, infrastructure investment, and changing expectations for urban living in Raleigh.