Here is another City Builders episode

The focus of this episode is an overview of the upcoming Archive DS Global Urban Study in the Burgundy Region of France.

In this episode, Mark and Dorian discuss the path and goals of their next Global Urban Study (GUS)

Take in the conversation between Mark and Dorian, highlighting many important aspects, ideas and plans for the next urban immersion.
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NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted. Sketches by Dorian Moore, FAIA. Some aerial images are from Google Earth.

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City Builders hosts:

Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.
Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.
Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
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Music for video Intro and Outro:
"Changers"
written and performed by Curtainwall

Curtainwall is:
Dave Baker - Guitars
Mike Gusway - Bass
Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals
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Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Here is another City Builders episode

The focus of this episode is on the historic city and its many aspects.

In this episode, Mark and Dorian discuss the elements of the historic cities, the traditional city , also aligned with cities that have largely developed before World War 2 and the integration of the automobile as a primary form of personal mobility. They focus of historic element in Toronto, Detroit, Pittsburgh, among multiple global cities.

Take in the conversation between Mark and Dorian, highlighting many important aspects of urban development that make the historic city significant, and the importance of when a city experiences a boom.
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NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.

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City Builders hosts:

Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.
Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.
Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
________________________________________________________
Music for video Intro and Outro:
"Changers"
written and performed by Curtainwall

Curtainwall is:
Dave Baker - Guitars
Mike Gusway - Bass
Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals
________________________________________________________
Fair Use Disclaimer
The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners.

Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Here is another City Builders episode
The focus of this episode in on non-motorized mobility systems in cities.
How critical is having multiple mobility options - walking, biking, taking transit and driving? in fact, it is incredibly important.

More options = more individual freedom
In this episode, Mark and Dorian discuss the impact and concepts of increasing mobility options in cities and talk about evolving bike infrastructure that is assisting to make urban districts better and is increasing the quality of life for urban residents.

They also go over their expertise in studying and designing mobility elements and non-motorized plans and their involvement, as urban designers, in the Detroit citywide non-motorized master plan.
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NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.

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City Builders hosts:

Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto.

Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
________________________________________________________
Music for video Intro and Outro: "Changers"
written and performed by Curtainwall: Dave Baker - Guitars. Mike Gusway - Bass. Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals
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Fair Use Disclaimer - The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners.
Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Here is another City Builders episode

This is the second episode in a new series called CITY ELEMENTS. The focus is on Pubs as 3rd places in cities. How important are they in an urban environment?

Inspired by the ritual of going to pubs and bars on St Patricks day, Mark and Dorian thought it was fitting to discuss the importance of the public house in cities. This episode was completed around the St. Patricks day annual celebration, and premiered on St. Patricks Day.

Included in the episode, are pubs that Mark and Dorian have personally visited, as well as the ones that have become personal 3rd places.

In this episode, City Builders, Mark and Dorian discuss public houses that they found distinct and worthy of note. These include establishments in cities of the UK, Europe, Toronto, Detroit, and Windsor, Canada. They dive into 3rd places, their tie to cities and their importance as part of the urban experience.

How has the Pub enhanced urban life for centuries, and remain an important "third place" in our current world.

Come along with Mark and Dorian on a light hearted discussion about the Pub as an urban element and how it connects to our built environment.
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NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted. a few images from Google Earth and the Waterhouse website.

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City Builders hosts:

Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
____________________________________________________________
Music for video Intro and Outro:
"Changers"
written and performed by Curtainwall

Curtainwall is:
Dave Baker - Guitars
Mike Gusway - Bass
Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals

Here is another City Builders episode

What are alternative paths for pedestrians? Other than the street level, what about building underground paths and above ground paths and bridges?

In this episode, Mark and Dorian talk about the pedestrian network in cities, and the idea of multiple and alternative options and walkability.

City Builders, Mark and Dorian, focus on the 3 primary pedestrian systems that are illustrated in a few North American cities.

Is street level the best for pedestrians?

Does an underground path systems kill street activity?

Do above ground bridges and tunnels take too many people off the street and diminish street retail?

Can a city have an active street and also an alternative below or above ground system?

Come along with Mark and Dorian and explore these questions and the idea of "taking people off the street".

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City Builders hosts:

Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
____________________________________________________________
Music for video Intro and Outro:
"Changers"
written and performed by Curtainwall

Curtainwall is:
Dave Baker - Guitars
Mike Gusway - Bass
Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals
____________________________________________________________
Fair Use Disclaimer
The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners.

Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Here is another City Builders episode

Why Toronto?

Mark and Dorian talk about Toronto often. And Archive D.S. has a home base in Toronto as well. What is the connection to the City Of Toronto. And why?

In this episode, Mark and Dorian thoroughly discuss the various ways in which they interact and embrace the City Of Toronto. This includes a long-standing history of visiting the city and ultimately becoming a part of it over the past 3 decades.

This episode includes an overview of many of the numerous assets and intriguing elements that make up this excellent Lake Belt City, it's architecture, urbanism, cultural and natural conditions

Come on a journey with Mark and Dorian and dig in deep into the City Of Toronto.

NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.

Please join the City Builders, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel

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City Builders hosts:

Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
____________________________________________________________
Music for video Intro and Outro:
"Changers"
written and performed by Curtainwall

Curtainwall is:
Dave Baker - Guitars
Mike Gusway - Bass
Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals
____________________________________________________________
Fair Use Disclaimer
The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners.

Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Here is another City Builders episode

Why Toronto?

Mark and Dorian talk about Toronto often. And Archive D.S. has a home base in Toronto as well. What is the connection to the City Of Toronto. And why?

In this episode, Mark and Dorian thoroughly discuss the various ways in which they interact and embrace the City Of Toronto. This includes a long-standing history of visiting the city and ultimately becoming a part of it over the past 3 decades.

This episode includes an overview of many of the numerous assets and intriguing elements that make up this excellent Lake Belt City, it's architecture, urbanism, cultural and natural conditions

Come on a journey with Mark and Dorian and dig in deep into the City Of Toronto.

NOTE: All photos and videos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted.

Please join the City Builders, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel

@CityBuildersLog
____________________________________________________________
City Builders hosts:

Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS, Detroit + Toronto. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
____________________________________________________________
Music for video Intro and Outro:
"Changers"
written and performed by Curtainwall

Curtainwall is:
Dave Baker - Guitars
Mike Gusway - Bass
Mark Nickita - Drums+Vocals
____________________________________________________________
Fair Use Disclaimer
The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners.

Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved.

Here is another City Builders episode

Detroit's Renaissance Center....Rethinking an Icon.
the history. Part 1

After nearly 50 years as a major anchor and focal point on the Detroit River's edge in downtown Detroit, the Renaissance Center is undergoing a significant transformation. With over 5 million square feet, the complex, once home to one of the largest corporations in the world, General Motors, is moving toward a new and different future.

Come and join Mark and Dorian for a discussion about the history and future of the Renaissance center in Detroit, in 2 parts

Part 1 is about the history of the complex
Part 2 is about its potential future

NOTE: All photos shown in the video were taken by Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA except as noted. 2 images of the original Renaissance center concept, from early renderings, postcards, models, found in Google.

Aerial, plan site images credited here:
Google Earth

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City Builders hosts:
Mark Nickita, FAIA
President of Archive DS. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Dorian Moore, FAIA
Vice President of Archive DS. Architects, Urban Designers, City Builders

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA lead Archive DS, a distinctly unique urban design, architectural, planning and development consulting practice. Archive DS travels the globe studying and documenting urban development for use in practice in cities around North America.
They are City Builders.

Archive DS [Design Studio] is an award-winning team of urban specialists focused on re-establishing post-industrial cities and urban sites, with a primary emphasis on the Lake Belt Region of North America. Through architecture, urban design, civic leadership, entrepreneurial activity, lecturing and global urban research, Archive DS has established a reputation as experts regarding the enhancement of the built environment and their various challenges.

The firm’s partners also serve as a resource on urban issues, as civic and professional leaders for local and national media outlets. Their professional experience has encompassed many aspects of city-making. These include major civic projects, adaptive reuse buildings, innovative mixed-use developments and historic renovations as well as the creation of design and economic strategies, urban visioning, and Placemaking, in addition to working as developers and the branding of projects and urban districts.

Mark Nickita, FAIA and Dorian Moore, FAIA are available to assist in the develop of building and urban design projects. They often team up with other firms and consult with development groups and municipalities. They have also presented and lectured for numerous groups on a variety of urban issues and topics throughout North America.

contact info:
www. ArchiveDS.com
info@ArchiveDS.com
313.963.6687
____________________________________________________________
Music for video Intro and Outro:
"Changers" written and performed by Curtainwall
Curtainwall is:
Dave Baker-Guitars
Mike Gusway-Bass
Mark Nickita-Drums+Vocals
____________________________________________________________
Fair Use Disclaimer
The content shared on this channel may include copyrighted material used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, research, or education purposes. All such use falls under the guidelines of Fair Use under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107). We do not claim ownership of any third-party images, video clips, or audio featured in this channel’s content. All rights remain with their respective owners.
Copyright ©︎ 2026 City Builders, Mark Nickita, Dorian Moore. All Rights Reserved