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.
Wal-Mart Goes Gourmet
What is the retail giant doing offering a $557 bottle of wine in a new store in Texas? This right after its initiative to enter "blighted cities"?
Free Parking Eliminated In Seattle
New solar-powered pay kiosks are increasing city revenue at formerly metered or free spaces, and new plans are afoot to rollback after hours free parking, meaning nights and weekends could cost drivers.
Dallas Protests Reveal Relative Acceptance Of Immigration
The peaceful marches in Dallas have displayed a community in support of immigrant rights, in opposition to some "out of touch" pundits and politicians on the east coast.
The Evangelical Climate Initiative
Group of evangelical Christian leaders sign a statement saying global warming is real.
Malls Struggling As 'Lifestyle Centers' Get Hot
After a remarkable run of success, developers of the "Mills" malls now find themselves on financially shaky ground as the public's taste for suburban shopping shifts to "lifestyle" centers patterned after traditional Main Streets.