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The Murphy Building as an Urban Catalyst: Revitalizing Downtown East St. Louis, IL

Placek, Justin P.

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Title
The Murphy Building as an Urban Catalyst: Revitalizing Downtown East St. Louis, IL
Author(s)
Placek, Justin P.
Contributor(s)
  • Pallathucheril, Varkki George
  • Dearborn, Lynne
  • Selby, Robert I.
Issue Date
2005
Keyword(s)
downtown revitalization
Geographic Coverage
East St. Louis, IL
Abstract
This paper seeks to explore the role architecture plays in the revitalization process of a decayed downtown area. It begins by understanding why this urban area became so barren and how a catalytic reaction can revitalize the downtown area of East St. Louis, IL. It then forecasts future land-use for the downtown area, while also proposing a new urban design scheme for the area to successfully connect to other key areas. Finally, it focuses on the rehab of the historic Murphy Building.
Series/Report Name or Number
MUP Capstone
Type of Resource
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