Local new urbanist architect to speak on building a successful commercial street - Willow Glen

Charles Kahn, the architect of the new Willow Glen Town Square on Lincoln Avenue will speak to the Willow Glen Neighborhood Association on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 (more info below). 

Using case studies, Charles will illustrate how several local business districts and businesses have been transformed and revitalized in recent years. His talk will focus on the importance of developing a cohesive vision as well as the role of developers, small business owners, city and county agencies and local residents in implementing that vision. He will also provide ideas and lead a discussion about possible improvements to Lincoln Avenue.

Charles is the founding principal of Kahn Design Associates (KDA) an award-winning architecture firm located in Berkeley, California and specializing in commercial and residential architecture as well as “placemaking” through planning and design. KDA was the designer for the Berkeley Bike Station on Shattuck Ave.

Wednesday, September 19, 2012 | 7-9pm
Willow Glen High School Library
2001 Cottle Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125

Willow Glen Business District on Lincoln Ave.