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Rossio Square in Lisbon, Portugal, is a lively, atmospheric place where people gather to enjoy the architecture, cafés, markets, and fountains. The cobblestone is in a wave pattern, which makes it a unique design that has spread around Lisbon. When you are in the Square, you truly feel like you’re in the city's center, a vibrant place. More cities should remember the importance of the third place so people have somewhere to come together. Making it a beautiful environment attracts people, too!

Do you want to know what placemaking is? Please read my blog post about placemaking 101!

What is Placemaking? Placemaking is all about stories and how people can better understand the places they live, work, and play. It is a community-led design process to enhance the approach to planning. The community is truly at the front and center of creating a quality built environment for all. It can be small to lar...

Wandering around Washington D.C. and admiring all the beautiful and varied styles of architecture brings such joy! It is an International blend of the French architect and urban planner Pierre Charles L'Enfant's mark from his designs for the city. D.C. is a walkable city with large green spaces on the National Mall between grand memorials, monuments, and museums. The Neoclassical government buildings and quaint neighborhoods surround these important historical and modern sites. Since the city has height limitations, no skyscrapers create unique architectural buildings and a human-scale environment. What is your favorite important structure in D.C.?

Collaborating with on designing my new Builtfully® banner was so much fun! This digital drawing was inspired by well-designed architectural homes and gardens worldwide! It captures the essence of what my business is passionate about, and that’s showcasing beautifully built environments to create better places for all. If you want this adorable art, buy this Builtfully® Beauty of Place illustration from the Builtfully shop link: https://society6.com/art/builtfully-beauty-of-place. There is also a shop link on my website at www.Bebuiltfully.com. I hope you enjoy it and it brings joy to your home! Follow to be transported to beautiful places!

Are there buildings that represent so much more to you? Lighthouses are that for me! When times are dark, lighthouses show us the way. In stormy times, they are the beacon of hope. During this time, I will use this lighthouse to continue my path of purpose to make places better for all. Follow to go on this journey together to show the benefits of beautifully built.