David Gest
David Gest is both a master's candidate in City and Regional Planning and a juris doctorate candidate at the University of Pennsylvania.
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David Gest is pursuing a dual degree in Law and City and Regional Planning at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Originally from Washington, D.C., he received a bachelor's degree in architecture with a focus in urban studies from Yale University in 2003. After graduation, David moved to Los Angeles and joined the historic preservation consulting firm Chattel Architecture, Planning & Preservation, Inc. In 2006, David worked for Planetizen as Managing Editor after working part-time as Associate Editor for two years. David has volunteered his time for the Planning and Law Division of the American Planning Association, the Los Angeles Section of the APA, and as writer and editor for The Next American City magazine. He enjoys traveling with his fiancée and playing ultimate frisbee.
Dropping Anchor In The Neighborhood
Concentrated rehabilitation works better than scattered-site infill to revitalize Baltimore's struggling neighborhoods.
A Modernist City, Frozen In Time
A treasure of early 20th century rationalist design lies in Asmara, the capital of Eritrea.
The Greasy Goods On Green Gasoline
Extra grease from Atlanta restaurants fuels the city's growing biodiesel industry.
Train Surfing
Young New Yorkers specialize in this dangerous urban hobby.
Lights Out For Public Safety?
What legal responsibility do cities have to provide adequate public services, such as traffic signals and street lights?