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Opticos principal Daniel Parolek inspired a new movement for housing choice in 2010 when he introduced the concept of the “missing middle” in American housing. Today, Opticos creates innovative architectural designs to help build walkable communities with unique, diverse housing choices that are attainable for all. We wrote the seminal book on Form-Based Coding Opticos is a world leader in zoning reform for walkable, sustainable communities. We didn’t create form-based coding, but we’ve been trailblazers in the field for more than 20 years. We are experts in understanding how the form of buildings will shape community spaces, and we can simplify the process of introducing form-based codes with a predictable build-out. Designing inspiring urban architecture Shaping citywide and regional plans that reflect and reinforce a sense of place Developing creative master plans that foster urban repair and strong communities Advising on development strategy and implementation Designing Missing Mi
Featured Projects Culdesac Tempe: A Car-Free Neighborhood Tempe, AZ The Shoals Master Plan & Architecture Athens, GA Missing Middle Housing Neighborhood Toolkit for the Chicago Region Chicago, IL Bungalows on the Lake at Prairie Queen: A Missing Middle Neighborhood Papillion, NE Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan Memphis, TN Vallco Town Center Specific Plan Cupertino, CA Downtown Davis Specific Plan + Form-Based Code Davis, CA Mews Homes™ South Jordan, Utah Missing Middle Housing Neighborhood Toolkit for the Chicago Region Chicago, IL Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan Memphis,…
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