Wed Jul 30 2025

Almost everyone agrees that New York City needs more housing — and that building housing here takes too long and costs too much. New York Magazine architecture critic Justin Davidson wants to remind us that one thing we shouldn't cut corners on is good design. Jamie and Justin talk about what architects really mean when they say “design,” and how good design and abundant housing are closely related. For more solutions-oriented thinking on urban life, visit the Vital City website at https://www.vitalcitynyc.org/.