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Charlotte Urban Design Center

The Charlotte Urban Design Center's mission is to advance the quality of Charlotte's built environment and bring public awareness to the importance of urban design. The center reveals how design influences quality of life and economic resilience, and advocates for great public places in a livable city.

The Charlotte Planning, Design and & Development Department formed the Charlotte Urban Design Center in 2020 to consolidate its urban design consultation, placemaking and community engagement services under one roof.

Happening Now

City of Charlotte unveils Charlotte Urban Design Center, anticipates eventual opening of studio space where staff and residents can work together.

2020 Year-in-Review Report

Join the Charlotte Urban Design Center as it reflects on 2020 in this year-in-review report.

Upcoming Events and Workshops

Connect with us at one of our upcoming events or workshops.

Partner with Us

Opportunities to partner with the Charlotte Urban Design Center are always popping up! Learn how you can get involved with the Charlotte Urban Design Center.

People Make Cities

Find in-depth storytelling and thought leadership from our team on the People Make Cities blog.

South End Studio

The Charlotte Urban Design Center - South End Studio is the city's hub for engaging the community around urban design and placemaking. It is a space where residents, artists and community organizations can access the City of Charlotte's planning and urban design resources and staff in a single location.

Although the opening of a refreshed studio space has been delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Charlotte Urban Design Center continues to provide its full breadth of services virtually. Please email a member of the staff to learn more about the center's projects and services.

The Charlotte Urban Design Center - South End Studio
1507 Camden Road
Charlotte, N.C. 28203