@owenbjennings To me it is so very poetic to see these areas become the modern center for youth and civics. Imagine the live music.
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Replying to @BrianRoemmele
@BrianRoemmele would love to see the that sort of rebirth. So many possibilities.2 replies 0 retweets 1 like -
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@owenbjennings The empty mall is seen as a problem by local cities and they want to knock it down. Problems are gifts to move forward.1 reply 1 retweet 1 like -
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@BrianRoemmele couldn't agree more both philosophically and for this particular. get rid of the "tear itdown" first instinct vs. Re purpose2 replies 0 retweets 1 like -
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@owenbjennings I remember the start of the Food Truck revolution in 1998. Formed out of the frustration of limited food locations.1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
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@BrianRoemmele and now those are the best spots in brooklyn, austin, etc....the need to food-truck-ify other industries persists2 replies 0 retweets 1 like -
Replying to @owenbjennings
@owenbjennings Exactly. We have the opportunity to shift this around for long term benefit to the city, the businesses and the residents.1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
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@BrianRoemmele Step 1 is shifting the tone from "dying" malls to an enormous opportunity for a local commerce renaissance3 replies 0 retweets 1 like -
Replying to @owenbjennings
@owenbjennings This modern mall would change the very fabric of society. A point of pride and each would have a unique mix of businesses.1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @BrianRoemmele
@BrianRoemmele microcosms or reflections of their surroundings. What the corner store used to be 50 yrs ago (I assume)1 reply 0 retweets 1 like
@owenbjennings Owen, so very true. Even the small town during the Italian Renaissance. These towns became destinations e.g.: Florence
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Replying to @BrianRoemmele
@BrianRoemmele it's not about buying x. It's about experiencing the entire ecosystem and interacting with others there.3 replies 0 retweets 1 like -
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@owenbjennings My sincere wish that this empty space call the abandoned mall becomes a vibrant center of the world.pic.twitter.com/BqxeSq6ttU
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