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.
Review Of 'The Big Green Apple'
The New York Press reviews Ben Jervey's new book, which includes "small, simple efforts" needed for "eco-friendly living".
Friday Funny: Hot Or Not -- For McMansions
The Austin Chronicle has released a new website -- the Bloat-O-Meter -- where users can rate the relative obesity of their neighbors' homes.
Urban Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Losing Population To Surrounding Counties
Population loss continues for Cleveland and its inner-ring suburbs.
Fort Worth-Dallas Region Explores Future Transportation Options
As the Fort Worth Dallas Region anticipates the addition of four million people in the next 25 years, the region's transportation planners take a multimodal approach to planning needed improvements.
Bush's 10-Year Plan To End Homelessness Underfunded
The administration espouses a 'Housing First' approach, yet cities lack the resources necessary for implementation.