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2013 LAX Speakers - Rick Harrison - Prefurbia (Urban Planning)08-17-12 | News

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Prefurbia (Urban Planning)

CEU Accreditation: LA CES, 1.5; APLD, 1.5

Presented by: Rick Harrison
Friday, February 8th - 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Course Description:

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Biography:

Rick Harrison is known for introducing innovations in both methods and technologies for the design and construction of sustainable cities. Advocating sustainable solutions that have economic, social and ecologic advantages for suburban and urban redevelopment, he has redefined the future of land development.

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Based in Minneapolis, Rick Harrison Site Design Studio, has designed over 750 neighborhoods in 46 States and 16 Countries, all pushing the envelope of sustainable design. The studio offers cutting-edge design solutions that enhance quality of life with the beauty of the natural environment. The company works with land developers, builders, municipalities and educational institutions throughout the U.S. and overseas, to develop neighborhoods for people at all income levels.

His book Prefurbia: Reinventing Land Development: From Disdainable to Sustainable, has received many favorable reviews. Prefurbia has been supported by AIA, APA, USGBC and many Green Building groups, as well as being fundable through HUD Sustainability Grants.

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