# DO 304 - Courtyard Urbanism with Alicia Pederson

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Podcast: [Doomer Optimism](https://stenobird.com/podcast/doomer-optimism-4308274)
Published: 2026-05-27T16:47:28+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doomer-optimism/episodes/DO-304---Courtyard-Urbanism-with-Alicia-Pederson-e3jvj0v
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## Resource

In this episode, Alicia Pederson, founder of Courtyard Urbanist, takes us on a fascinating journey from ancient Rome to today’s urban development roadblocks. She explains how courtyard-based architecture can address housing shortages, social isolation, and environmental concerns—all while creating vibrant, affordable neighborhoods for middle-class families. Read more about Alicia's work and vision here: https://courtyardurbanist.com/p/welcome-to-courtyard-urbanist

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