VIBRANT + INCLUSIVE PUBLIC SPACESJune 1st 2023
OPEN OMAHA 2023: VENUES
Check out the 60+ venues opening their doors for the second annual Open Omaha!
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Unleashing the potential of
A City built for people.
We are unabashedly proud of this place we call home, the Omaha metro. As we build for the future, we consider the city’s unique set of people, places and ideas. We harness the power of urban design to enhance city life, centering our work on three Areas of Impact.
Equitable + Sustainable Development
A city is more than concrete and steel. In decades past, our metro was built without much thought given to the social and environmental consequences. Today, with the benefit of history, we are at work to reverse this trend, as we tackle issues such as housing affordability, density vs. sprawl, urban waterways, and access to jobs and education.
A Smart + Connected Metro
A city is constantly on the move. Today, we’re on the cusp of a new and exciting era in mobility, as ride sharing, smart technologies, and the Internet of Things revolutionize the way people and goods move about the metro. We work to strengthen regional connections, while uncovering opportunities for new types of connectivity.
Vibrant + Inclusive Public Spaces
A city should bring people together. That’s why many of our projects center around the elements that enhance our metro’s culture, like public art, historic preservation and our neighborhoods. We encourage thoughtful design as a proven return on investment, resulting in spaces that are adaptable and built to last.
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VIBRANT + INCLUSIVE PUBLIC SPACES
EQUITABLE + SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTOctober 1st 2022
Affordable by Design Housing Playbook
An innovative series of open-source prototypes designed to accelerate production of affordable housing solutions.
(Part 1 of 6)
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EQUITABLE + SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTOctober 1st 2022
Playbook Partners
An innovative series of open-source prototypes designed to accelerate production of affordable housing solutions.
(Part 2 of 6)
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EQUITABLE + SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTOctober 1st 2022
Design Process
An innovative series of open-source prototypes designed to accelerate production of affordable housing solutions.
(Part 3 of 6)
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EventApril 29th 2025
2025 Omaha by Design Mayoral Forum
On Tuesday, April 29th Omaha’s mayoral candidates offered their visions for the city’s future growth and development.
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NewsApril 28th 2025
Join the team!
Omaha by Design is seeking a proactive Programming & Grants Coordinator to help bring our mission to life.
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Get Involved
Cities evolve according to the diverse needs and desires of their citizens. To reach our greatest potential, we need you to participate in shaping the metro’s future. Check out the many ways to join us in building a more vibrant, livable city for all.
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