ABOUT UAPD
UNLOCKING URBAN POTENTIAL
Urban Planning Analytics and Design
Urban Planning Analytics and Design is dedicated to creating sustainable and vibrant urban spaces. Our team is committed to delivering innovative solutions that cater to the needs of communities. We believe in the power of urban planning to transform cities and enhance the lives of people. With a focus on data-driven insights and design expertise, we aim to shape the future of urban environments for the better.
Community Engagement
At the heart of our approach lies a deep commitment to inclusive community involvement, ensuring that local voices are heard and respected through participatory processes, fostering ownership, and promoting long-term sustainability.
Expertise and Innovation
Our team pushes the boundaries of urban planning and design by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to address modern cities' complex challenges, redefining possibilities through creativity and forward-thinking.
Sustainability and Responsibility
Sustainability guides everything we do, prioritizing solutions that promote resilience, equity, and environmental stewardship, aiming to create livable, vibrant, and environmentally sustainable cities for future generations.
OUR APPROACH
URBAN EXCELLENCE REDEFINED
Our approach is multifaceted, blending research, technical guidance, capacity building, and community engagement to forge practical design solutions tailored to the specific context and aspirations of each community. By prioritizing the integration of local knowledge and desires, we ensure that our processes align with the unique fabric of each neighborhood
ABOUT SIMONE
“We all share public spaces as residents, making the quality of life more enjoyable or less desirable,” Heath said. “Our public spaces work best when they incorporate multiple functional and aesthetic components such as high-quality materials, flexible furnishings, canopy trees, good architecture, public art, pedestrian lighting and more. Good design should be everywhere and for everyone"
SIMONE HEATH - FOUNDER | LEAD CONSULTANT
Simone Heath, founder of Urban Analytics, Planning & Design, embodies a commitment to excellence in urban planning and design. With a dynamic background encompassing a B.S. in Landscape Architecture from the University of Kentucky, a Master of Town and Country Engineering from Tongji University in Shanghai, China and Master of City & Regional Planning from Georgia Tech, Simone brings a blend of academic brilliance and practical wisdom to her work.
Driven by a passion for community empowerment and sustainable development, Simone champions initiatives that harness the power of data-driven solutions. Her journey into data and research in 2022 marked a transformative shift towards a vision of inclusive urban development.
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Recognizing the disparity between existing efforts and community needs, Simone established Urban Analytics, Planning, & Design as a beacon of innovation and inclusivity. Through transparent, community-centered practices, the firm demystifies complex data, educates communities, and fosters a culture of collaboration and empowerment.
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Simone's leadership inspires a future where cities thrive on the collective wisdom and aspirations of their inhabitants. With Urban Analytics, Planning, & Design at the helm, the journey towards vibrant and resilient urban spaces is guided by empathy, foresight, and a relentless pursuit of excellence