Erick Villagomez

1 week ago | spacing.ca | Erick Villagomez

With Vancouver’s by-election behind us, the post-mortems have begun—and this one might be more fun than most. One thing was clear: voters wanted to send ABC a message. Throughout the campaign, I had countless conversations with friends, family, and acquaintances about their voting intentions. Now that the results are in, a couple of questions linger:Can we evaluate the outcome of voters’ decisions? Can we determine whether we got it “right” or “wrong”? Most would balk at the idea.

2 weeks ago | spacing.ca | Erick Villagomez

Written by 5468796 Architecture (Arquine, 2024)In an era where towering residential skyscrapers increasingly shape urban landscapes—often with unquestioned support from all levels of government—exploring diverse housing typologies beyond these vertical icons has become more essential than ever.

2 weeks ago | spacing.ca | Erick Villagomez

As downtowns adapt to shifting work patterns and rising public expectations, planners and designers are being challenged to think beyond traditional models. The future of these spaces is uncertain, but that uncertainty creates room for new ideas. Adding to the latter, in the wake of the pandemic, cities are rethinking what downtowns should do—and who they should serve.

3 weeks ago | spacing.ca | Erick Villagomez |Derek DeLand

See our Launch and Introduction about the launch of the © Urban Cartoon Syndicate and the announcement by CityHallWatch.

1 month ago | spacing.ca | Erick Villagomez

In 2024, Ontario Premier Doug Ford ordered the removal of bike lanes from some of Toronto’s busiest corridors—Bloor, University, and Yonge—claiming they contributed to traffic congestion. His decision contradicted decades of research demonstrating that thoughtfully integrated cycling infrastructure improves traffic flow, enhances safety, and expands mobility for all road users.