Lakeview Low-Line
On Chicago’s North Side, the Lakeview Low-Line demonstrates the power of public art as a tool for transformation. Beneath a half-mile stretch of the city’s muscular ‘L’ tracks, dozens of murals, sculptural seating elements, and interactive light installations soften the urban experience, reawakening land that sat underutilized — and unappreciated — for generations. Led by Public Sphere Projects partner Dillon Goodson, the project combines more than a decade’s worth of public will, grassroots fundraising, and stakeholder buy-in — proving that the best ideas are worth waiting for.
Fayetteville, Arkansas Cultural Plan
As newcomers relocate to Fayetteville, Arkansas, the city’s defining “funk” is in need of being redefined and strengthened. The City of Fayetteville contracted Public Sphere Projects to understand and document its dynamic cultural ecosystem. Key to this work is structuring an inclusive, citywide community engagement process — a way to foster a strong network of constituents, allies, and partners. Our work culminated in a comprehensive “cultural brief” that describes both assets and gaps, providing a framework for further planning and policy decisions.
Downtown Boston Retail Activation Program
Like many of its peers across the US, Boston’s central business district is facing new challenges in the aftermath of the pandemic. Working alongside the Downtown Boston Business Improvement District, Public Sphere Projects is positioning downtown Boston as an active and radically welcoming district. In partnership with entrepreneurs, policymakers, and property owners, we are piloting a ground-floor activation program that promises to reshape the retail landscape — and the public realm.