Recommended by the American Architectural Foundation: Jeff Speck’s new book, Walkable City

Former National Endowment for the Arts Director of Design and longtime AAF partner Jeff Speck, AICP, CNU-A, LEED-AP, Hon. ASLA, has written a new book that explores the fundamental link between walkability and urban vibrancy. According to AAF President and CEO Ron Bogle, “With Walkable City, Jeff Speck demonstrates why he is among the most relevant and engaging writers on urban design today.”

To hear more about his newest book, walkability, and how to create pedestrians by choice, listen to the NPR Weekend Edition interview with Jeff Speck.

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Recommended by the American Architectural Foundation: Jeff Speck’s new book, Walkable City

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