Article source: Sasaki Associates

TechTown—an emerging knowledge district in Midtown Detroit—is currently characterized by surface parking, vacant properties, and inward-facing, siloed hubs of activity. The TechTown District Plan-articulates an inspiring vision for the revitalization of the district. Developed by Sasaki Associates in collaboration with Midtown Detroit Inc. and U3 Ventures,the plan accelerates innovation, promotes entrepreneurship, and builds community around the generation of ideas in a vibrant, mixed-use setting.

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• Architects: Sasaki Associates
• Project: TechTown District Plan
• Location: Detroit, MI, USA
• Client: Midtown Detroit Inc.
• Completion date: 02/2013
• Size: 149 acres
• Awards:
  2013 SCUP Excellence in Planning Merit Award
  2013 BSLA Merit Award
• Consultants:
  Blaine Merker, Rebar Group Inc.
  Mike Lydon, The Street Plans Collaborative
  Anthony Townsend, Institute for the Future
  Scott Page, Interface Studio
• Owner’s advisor: U3 Ventures