Hopewell Borough Hall (the local Town Hall) is located at 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell. The building features a classic Neoclassical/Greek Revival design. It is characterized by its red-brick masonry, a stark white triangular pediment gable facing the street, and a deep front portico supported by four prominent Doric columns. This facility houses the municipal … Read more
Luna Locks – New Jersey Fairy Hair Headquarters, is located at 3 Broadway. High-quality, long-lasting fairy hair (silken, sparkling hair tinsel extensions) tied onto individual strands of hair. Private one-on-one appointments, birthday parties, corporate gatherings, and mobile festival events. The Main Street Plaza commercial building is located at 5 East Main Street. Exterior storefront of … Read more
One of the great pieces of transportation infrastructure is also one of the largest art objects in the U.S. We saw Union Station as most people do – rushing to reach their train on time. While approaching in the taxi and rideshare arrivals lane, it was a nice reminder to see how close we were … Read more
In a rapidly changing world, access to good quality data is crucial to guarantee the success of businesses and communities. Placer Discover is an annual gathering of industry experts from real estate, finance, downtown management, retail, and technology. The one-day event is held in New York City before the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) … Read more
Baltimore has a distinctive character with rowhouses lining many blocks. This self-serve pop-up to sell fresh flowers is an interesting way to activate public spaces and provide a service, while earning some revenue. We wanted to try an ice cream place but it was closed. So we tried the best chocolate covered berries in Baltimore. … Read more
“O say does that star spangled banner yet wave, o’er the land of the free and the home of the brave.” These immortal words were penned by Francis Scott Key in Baltimore harbor when he viewed the flag flying over Fort McHenry following a bombardment by the British. In August 1814 the British troops landed … Read more
Started my morning with friend and colleague Ed Morrison. He made his tacit knowledge available to others, and in so doing helped us learn. In a meeting, Ed discussed the difference between traditional management practices and adaptive management practices, emphasizing the importance of strategic doing. He introduces the concept of clock problems, which are well-defined … Read more
It’s a startling fact that roughly half of small businesses close in the U.S. in the first two years and 75% in the first ten years. Add to that fact that when small businesses are facing the decision to close, fewer than 20% are sold so that the business can continue under new ownership. When … Read more
Dr. Phillips Center and plaza are an important cultural amenity in Orlando. This massive light pylon with curved glass panels creates a sense of excitement when people visit the plaza in front of the center. Across the street in City Hall Plaza is POP! – a temporary public art installation with five towering monoliths that … Read more
The Creole Queen took us to Chalmette that was an hours ride away. Along the journey a narrator spoke about the history of New Orleans interspersing commentary on various sites we passed. We admired the NOLA skyline, saw transport ships at dock, passed the Domino sugar plant that produces billions of pounds of sugar a … Read more