Hello and welcome to Urban Avenues! I’m Jamie Trufin, a former resident of the sprawling beige cookie-cutter suburbs of Phoenix. In my childhood neighborhood, houses were confined to just four floor plans, each as plain and unremarkable as the next. I found myself grappling with a stark absence of community, creativity, and an overwhelming sense of isolation. Despite the norm of car-centric living in Phoenix, I made the conscious choice to embrace a car-free lifestyle, transitioning to a more walkable part of the city. Urban Avenues emerged from my deep passion for urbanism and a strong desire to share my experiences, knowledge, and discoveries with others.
Why Urban Avenues?
Urban Avenues developed from my realization that urbanism holds countless fascinating facets and topics to explore. Through this blog, I aim to delve into these various aspects while inviting others to share their stories and expertise. Learning about all things relating to urbanism has always left me on a rabbit hole of content discovery. I hope that the content here will leave you feeling the same way. I am looking forward to growing in this space and just as cities constantly evolve, so will Urban Avenues.
What to expect from the blog?
This space will showcase stories, blogs, and insights within the realm of urbanism, touching on transportation, housing, and other elements shaping our urban environments. Expect lots of urbanist-related content as well as urbanist tips and tricks, with a special focus on sustainability, planning, and the economics of urbanism—areas aligned with my educational and professional background. I intend to feature diverse urbanists and professionals, recognizing the importance of varied perspectives in creating cities that belong to everyone. If there are any areas of urbanism you would like me to explore, please reach out!
Where else can I find more content?
I’m actively developing a social media presence on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Additionally, there will be a newsletter offering the latest updates on blogs, content, and other urbanism-related topics. Future plans involve curated book recommendations and other useful resources.
Thank you for exploring the blog and stay tuned for more engaging content!
