Neighborways Design is an urban planning and design firm specializing in placemaking, community engagement, and public art. We help communities rapidly transform streets and places into safe and more beautiful destinations. Our vision is to build networks of comfortable and beautiful streets that are inviting to everyone, from children to the older adults, and prioritize people walking and biking. Our on-going, iterative community engagement process helps people to feel more connected to and take pride in their public spaces. We excel at tapping into the talent and creativitiy of the local community to co-create cherished public art and beautiful spaces together. We believe in the power and importance of accessible, free, and inspiring public spaces where we can get to know and engage our neighbors.
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Concept rendering of an art alley and shared street in SomervilleLiz LaMancheTwo high school students painting a wind themed mural in everett MA.Jessica MortellKids performing a salsa dance performance in a pop-up plaza in Brighton Center. We replaced a slip lane with art, seating, shade, and plantings to create a cozy place for people to eat, hand out, and people watch.Jessica MortellThe team getting ready to hang up our Brighton Center Banners painted by local middle school students for our pop up temporary plaza.Jessica MortellTabling at a community block party in Worcester MA to get mural theme ideas. We love when kids share their art ideas for street murals! Jessica Mortell
