Cincinnati - Overview of an Historic Lake Belt City on the Ohio

Detroit's Renaissance Center - the Future - part 2

City Builders and the continued discussion of a huge transition in Detroit Detroit's Renaissance Center.....Rethinking an Icon.   the history. Part 2 After nearly 50 years as a major anchor and focal point on the Detroit River's edge in downtown Detroit,  the Renaissance Center is undergoing a significant transformation.  With over 5 million square feet, the complex,  once home to one of the largest corporations in the world, General Motors, is about to be reestablished with a new and different future.  Come and join Mark and Dorian for an in-depth discussion about the history and future of the Renaissance center in Detroit, in 2 parts This is their take, their opinions of the possibilities and initial thoughts on the potential future of this incredible Detroit iconic structure. Part 1 is about the history of the complex Part 2 is  about its potential future NOTE: All photos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.  Aerial and plan site images credited here: Google Earth Please join the City Builders, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel @CityBuildersLog  ____________________________________________________________ City Builders hosts: Mark Nickita, FAIA  President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.   Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Dorian Moore, FAIA Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.   Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America. They are City Builders. Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges. The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.  Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects.  They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities.  They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America. contact info: www. ArchiveDS.com info@ArchiveDS.com 313.963.6687 ____________________________________________________________ Music for video Intro and Outro: "Changers" written and performed by Curtainwall Curtainwall is: Dave Baker - Guitars Mike Gusway - Bass Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals ____________________________________________________________ Fair Use Disclaimer The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners. Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

The City of Lights! What's Up There Today? PARIS, Lets go inside

While on the Spring Global Urban Study, with a focus on the Burgundy region, the City Builders, Mark and Dorian, provide an update and overview of their latest observation of the city of Paris.  Including insight into, cafes, retail, streets, parks, public spaces, the growing non-motorized system and the rebuilt Notre Dame Cathedral. They both know Paris very well,  and enjoyed seeing the latest urban condition in the City of Lights! In this episode, Mark and Dorian highlight many of the reasons of why Paris is one of the worlds greatest cities.  Enjoy an experts view of the city and see the beautiful images of the urbanism and architecture,  virtually with Mark and Dorian, as they have a discussion in the incredible Luxembourg Gardens. _______________________________________________________________ NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.   Please join the City Builders, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel @CityBuildersLog  ________________________________________________________________ City Builders hosts: Mark Nickita, FAIA  President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.   Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Dorian Moore, FAIA Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.    Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America. They are City Builders. Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges. The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.  Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects.  They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities.  They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America. contact info: www. ArchiveDS.com info@ArchiveDS.com 313.963.6687 ________________________________________________________ Music for video Intro and Outro: "Changers" written and performed by Curtainwall Curtainwall is: Dave Baker - Guitars Mike Gusway - Bass Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals ________________________________________________________ Fair Use Disclaimer The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners. Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Cincinnati - Overview of an Historic Lake Belt City on the Ohio

The City Builders check out Cincinnati.....a Lake Belt hot spot on the Ohio River! This episode is an overview of an Archive DS Global Urban Study of Cincinnati, USA.  Mark and Dorian discuss their initial impressions and observations of Cinci - Over-the-Rhine, Findlay Market, The Ohio Riverfront, Fountain Square, and overall city activity. Take in the conversation between Mark and Dorian, highlighting their thoughts on a number of urban conditions and elements of this historic Lake Belt American cIty.  _______________________________________________________________ NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.  Please join the City Builders, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel @CityBuildersLog  ________________________________________________________________ City Builders hosts: Mark Nickita, FAIA  President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.   Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Dorian Moore, FAIA Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.    Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America. They are City Builders. Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges. The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.  Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects.  They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities.  They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America. contact info: www. ArchiveDS.com info@ArchiveDS.com 313.963.6687 ________________________________________________________ Music for video Intro and Outro: "Changers" written and performed by Curtainwall Curtainwall is: Dave Baker - Guitars Mike Gusway - Bass Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals ________________________________________________________ Fair Use Disclaimer The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners. Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Lyon - Many Overlook This City, But Should Not

While in the city of Lyon, France, the City Builders, Mark and Dorian, provide an in-depth view of the amazing assets of the city  - Rivers and mountains, streets and parks, churches and public spaces.  They conclude that this city is exceptional - an amazing urban experience! Question: why do so many people miss touring Lyon?    Travelers have numerous reasons.  Paris gets a great deal of emphasis,  and it is popular to go to Provence or the French Riviera,  but why not Lyon? In this episode, Mark and Dorian discuss a host of reasons why Lyon is a terrific place to tour, study and enjoy!  The urbanism has a great scale and the architecture is notably diverse and exquisite. Walk the streets virtually with Mark and Dorian, as they converse about the incredible elements that make Lyon a special place. _______________________________________________________________ NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.   Sketches by Dorian Moore, FAIA Please join the City Builders, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel @CityBuildersLog  ________________________________________________________________ City Builders hosts: Mark Nickita, FAIA  President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.   Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Dorian Moore, FAIA Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.    Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America. They are City Builders. Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges. The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.  Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects.  They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities.  They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America. contact info: www. ArchiveDS.com info@ArchiveDS.com 313.963.6687 ________________________________________________________ Music for video Intro and Outro: "Changers" written and performed by Curtainwall Curtainwall is: Dave Baker - Guitars Mike Gusway - Bass Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals ________________________________________________________ Fair Use Disclaimer The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featur

Public Space Missteps - Working or Not?

The City Builders discuss Public Space and what NOT to do when creating it!  And then lend insight into what works best for great public spaces. We love public space, right?   These are places like squares, parks, open spaces that we enjoy when we are in an urban district.  Whats makes them good...or even great?  And what places make us shake our head and walk away? In this episode, Mark and Dorian discuss the good and not so good elements that make a public space worth caring about....or even visiting. Take in the conversation between Mark and Dorian, discussing and defining the elements that makes public spaces work. _______________________________________________________________ NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.   Please join the City Builders, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel @CityBuildersLog  ________________________________________________________________ City Builders hosts: Mark Nickita, FAIA  President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.   Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Dorian Moore, FAIA Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.    Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America. They are City Builders. Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges. The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.  Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects.  They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities.  They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America. contact info: www. ArchiveDS.com info@ArchiveDS.com 313.963.6687 ________________________________________________________ Music for video Intro and Outro: "Changers" written and performed by Curtainwall Curtainwall is: Dave Baker - Guitars Mike Gusway - Bass Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals ________________________________________________________ Fair Use Disclaimer The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners. Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.