Community Conversations During a Pandemic
During a pandemic, as public dialogue about planning projects shifts online, people have been asking us: how can an online process replace a physical one? How can we assure equity and access? Our answer is twofold.
Defend Black Lives.
Here LA, a black-owned business, stands tall and proud with the black community through these times. As a firm that was founded on optimism, positivity, and hope for change, we have been reflecting on how these goals are manifesting in our everyday business practices as well as in our plans and projects.
Slow down!
Did you know that you can turn your streets into 'Slow' streets? Designed for local residents only, slow streets are closed to vehicular traffic and are friendly for people walking and rolling. These local neighborhood streets will be open all day and all night.
A Civic Technology Award for Here LA and LA Metro!
Here LA's Inglewood First/Last Mile Plan has won an Award of Merit for Innovative Use of Technology from the American Planning Association, Los Angeles.
Rethinking the Street
As we all dream of calmer, more positive times, we look for inspiration to cities around the world that are rethinking the way they plan, design, and relate to public space.
Hello, We Are Here (LA)!
We are sending out our best wishes to you, our clients and colleagues as we navigate this strange time together.
Willoughby Street Party
Join us for a neighborhood celebration and temporary street installation in West Hollywood!
Connect Four for First/Last Mile
Lots of great conversations, fun, and valuable data for the Expo/Crenshaw Station First/Last Mile.
First/Last Mile is Kicking Off for Purple Line Extension Section 1
Here La is kicking off first/last mile analysis for Section 1 of the Purple Line Extension.
One San Pedro Transformation
Here LA is pleased to be working on the One San Pedro redevelopment plan for Rancho San Pedro, a 478-unit public housing community located in the San Pedro area of Los Angeles.
Brea Connecting the Core Active Transportation Plan
The HLA design team put their heads together to draw up visions for a re-invigorated downtown Brea, CA as part the city’s Connecting the Core Plan.
Walk Downey Interactive Exhibition At Stay Gallery
Walk Downey is the community’s long-range vision for the future of walking in the City of Downey.
SCAG's Climate Talks Box
The Climate Change Box is a part of Southern California Association of Governments’ Climate Adaption Planning Framework.
Expo/Crenshaw First/Last Mile Is Underway!
Here LA is kicking off the Expo/Crenshaw First/Last Mile Plan which will identify improvements to enhance the experience for people walking and biking to the future Expo/Crenshaw Station.
Designing Better Willoughby, Vista, & Gardner Streets
Here LA is working with the City of West Hollywood to make beautiful and safe streets for people walking and biking.
Transit-To-Parks Planning Moving Forward for the LA Region
Did you know that 41% of lower-income households in Los Angeles do not have immediate access to a park?
Inglewood First/Last Mile Plan Adopted By Metro Board
After a year-long planning and design effort, Here LA is excited to announce that the Inglewood First/Last Mile Plan was adopted last night at the Metro Board meeting with a special shout out for the Plan from Inglewood Mayor James Butts.
Volunteers Needed For A Walk Audit Around Future Purple Line Stations
First / Last Mile planning for the Purple Line Extension has begun for the Wilshire/Rodeo, Century City/Constellation, Westwood/UCLA and VA Hospital rail stations.
Listening to Each Other: The Long Beach Safe Streets Story Bench
Coming Soon to your Neighborhood: the Safe Streets Long Beach Story Bench!
Talking About Tactical Urbanism at the Apa Conference
Here LA’s Amber Hawkes joined a panel of colleagues at the American Planning Association’s California Conference earlier this week to talk about making positive change in cities, in particular through temporary installations and pilot projects.