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The Lansdowne Breakdown
Lansdowne is at the centre of everyday life in Ottawa. It is where people gather for games, concerts, markets, and spending time with friends. It’s history and its location make it much more than a destination. It is part of the city’s identity. And now…Lansdowne is set for change.
This podcast looks beyond the headlines to explore what is really at stake because what happens at Lansdowne will shape how Ottawa gathers
Episode 2: Design and the Art of Compromise
How do you design a civic space that works for everyone? In episode two, we break down key aspects of the Lansdowne 2.0 design. We explore how public space, heritage, accessibility, and capacity all compete in shaping the final results…and the trade-offs that come with it. Through conversations with city councillor, Stéphanie Plante, and a member of the community, this episode explores how design affects the people who use the space everyday and how compromise is unavoidable in creating spaces that need to serve many different needs.
Episode 2: Design and the Art of Compromise
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