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In 1997 OMA the architecture firm founded by Rem Koolhaas mapped the desire lines of students walking around the Illinois Institute of Technology campus.
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In 1997 OMA mapped desire lines of students walking around Illinois Institute of Technology campus
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News Article
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{
    "year": "1997",
    "person": "Rem Koolhaas",
    "organization": "OMA"
}
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design geography
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a116585d-22f1-414c-9380-143578a0aa37
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February 15, 2026 at 4:37 PM (3 months ago)
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February 15, 2026 at 4:37 PM (3 months ago)

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Desire Paths Emerge in New York City After a Snow Storm
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/10/realestate/desire-paths-new-york-city-snow-storm.html

New Yorkers are creating and navigating 'desire paths' through snow and ice, altering their daily commutes and social interactions. These paths, born from necessity, highlight the city's priorities and spark new considerations of pedestrian etiquette. The article explores the phenomenon's impact and historical context.

Urban Planning New York City Pedestrians Snow Storm Desire Paths Infrastructure Social Interaction

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