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.
Don't Drink The Water
The Washington, D.C. sewer system –- which will eventually outsize its subway system -– needs a little work.
The Popularity of Community Gardens
The community garden concept is so popular in Southern California that some wait over a year for membership.
When Traffic Is Good
In Brooklyn, planning tools can be used to harness increased neighborhood traffic for good.
Wind Power: Blowing This Way?
An upstart pyramid scheme to bring wind power to gusty regions of Kansas is spinning heads in the mid-west.
NYC 2012 A 'Reign Of Terror' For City Developers?
Former developer and transit authority chief Richard Ravitch argues against cheap sale of prime real estate to aid city's bid.