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.
A Precious Resource
New York's Columbus Park doubles as a communal backyard for all of Chinatown.
Southern California Flunks History Test
A local historic preservation group grades cities on efforts to save old landmarks; over 40 cities receive an F.
A Major Nuisance For Cities
Liquor stores and stop-and-go’s, also known as nuisance businesses, have slipped through a legal loophole to hurt the quality of life in Philadelphia.
Smogged In
The U.S. Senate has approved an amendment blocking states from passing their own anti-smog legislation.
Book Reviews: 'City Lights' And 'Architecture Of The Night'
Rediscover the magic of electric light, and its impact upon urbanization.