Category Archives: Abandonment

Re-Imagining Vacancy

Posted on January 3, 2011 by urbanhistori

Like many US cities, Sacramento has the traditional downtown business district.  There are highrises and vertical parking structures, wide one-way streets, and multiple points of freeway access.  And there are even a smattering of lofts, restaurants, and night-clubs.  Then there … Continue reading →

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Bring on the Bulldozers

Posted on November 30, 2010 by urbanhistori

Two years ago I moved into one of the poorest and most crime ridden neighborhoods in the greater metro area.  I did this on purpose – partially because I was able to pick up a structurally sound but otherwise seriously … Continue reading →

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