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I'M DAVID BERNIKER.

Planner. Urban Designer. Builder of Great Places.

I connect people, places, and policy to move ideas into action.

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My work is grounded in the belief that thoughtful planning and urban design are essential to building strong, resilient local economies. With a focus on sustainability and long-term resilience, I help create communities that are safe, healthy, vibrant, and accessible to all.

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I approach every project as a complete system—both physical and social. From infrastructure—streets, stormwater systems, and public utilities—to the public realm of parks, gathering spaces, and neighborhoods, I look for opportunities to align these elements to create places where people can connect and thrive.

With over 25 years of experience as an architect, planner, and urban designer across the public and private sectors, I bring a multidisciplinary perspective to complex challenges. My goal is to develop adaptable roadmaps that turn vision into implementation—grounded in real-world conditions with an eye toward the future.

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At the core of my work is collaboration. I partner with municipalities, neighborhood groups, public agencies, and private stakeholders to bridge the gap between regulation and placemaking.

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It's About Storytelling

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DEFINE THE ISSUE

Listen. Obscerve. Understand.

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IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES

See the big picture.

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Build Alignment 

Engage stakeholders. Share ideas.

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Create the Roadmap

Be strategic. Be actionable. Build momentum.

DAVID BERNIKER
503-863-8499
PORTLAND, OR
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