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.
Last Call For Rough Neighborhood
Atlanta councilmembers believe that closing bars earlier will make the streets of Buckhead safer, but what will the overall impact be?
A Fistful of Dollars
Downtown outdoor movies are growing in popularity nationwide, helping to spark economic revitalization efforts.
If You Build Hotels, Will They Come?
Detroit hopes that additional hotel units will draw more people to the city, and help remake its image in the process.
Car-Free Housing The Prototype For The Future?
A major developer uses an innovative design minimizing the impact of cars on an apartment complex, suggesting that the market is ready for such change.
Walking The Tightrope Between Revitalization And Gentrification
Planners and residents try to reach an agreement on the future of Fort Worth’s Near South Side.