Staff Biography
Natalie Bicknell Argerious
Managing EditorNatalie Bicknell Argerious is a writer and community college instructor who lives in the Central District with her husband and two adorably pugnacious Chihuahuas. In her research and writing, she is always on the lookout for better ways of creating sustainable, diverse, and vibrant cities. She has been writing for The Urbanist since 2018 and Managing Editor since August 2021. Email her at natalie [at] theurbanist [dot] org.
Recent Articles
The Urbanist Podcast: Time to Talk About Washington State Taxes
Every one knows there are two things you can't escape in life, death and taxes. While I'd add a few more items to that list, it seems that with Washington State having such an,...
Copenhagen’s Superkilen: A Model for Culturally Diverse Public Spaces
People seldom associate Copenhagen with urban strife, but before Superkilen was completed in 2012, Nørrebro was known as one of the most dangerous areas of Copenhagen. Gangs made up of people from different ethnicities...
South Puget Sound Cities Now at High Risk for Wildfire
In response, Wildfire Ready Neighbors fire prevention program launches in Western Washington
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Accountability in Vision Zero: A Map of Recent Road Deaths
Vision Zero was formally launched in 2015 and set the goal of zero traffic deaths and serious injuries in Seattle by 2030. Eight years in, the traffic fatalities -- especially for pedestrians, cyclists, and...
Art and Performances Will Illuminate Seattle’s Distinctive Freeway Park
The opening event for The Clouds Are Lifting: Illuminated Art in Freeway Park will take place April 7th, 7:30-10pm.
In recent weeks, spring's arrival has become more apparent in Seattle with the days growing longer...