Clement Lau

Clement Lau is a planner and writer in Los Angeles. He contributes regularly to PRB+ magazine, and the National Recreation and Park Association's Parks & Recreation magazine and Open Space blog.

Los Angeles, CA

10 Articles

Existential Infrastructure

Extreme heat is one of the most immediate and unequal climate risks facing Los Angeles County.

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Parks 5 min read

When temperatures rise, children and families across the country seek relief in the water—at local swimming pools, lakes, beaches, and/or splash pads. Yet for many communities, especially those that have been historically underserved, access to water-based recreation remains limited or nonexistent.

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Aquatics 5 min read

On The Right Path

As climate change intensifies, communities around the globe face unprecedented environmental challenges, from rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns to the loss of biodiversity. In response, innovative approaches to enhance climate resilience are essential.

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Parks 5 min read

Gateways To Wildlife

Los Angeles County is home to some of the most diverse natural landscapes in the nation, ranging from the San Gabriel Mountains to the Pacific coastline.

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Rec Facilities 6 min read

Just Transition

As the world transitions from fossil fuels to cleaner, renewable energy sources, the concept of a "just transition" has gained prominence as a framework for ensuring the shift is fair and equitable.

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Parks 5 min read

Calculating Demand of Sports Fields

Park planning has become increasingly data-driven in recent years.

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Sports Fields 5 min read

Rural Parks And Recreation

What are the unique needs of rural areas, and how do park and recreation departments best address them?

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Parks 5 min read

Fulfilling Visions

How should the value of a park plan be determined? Should a plan be judged by the degree to which it is implemented?

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Parks 6 min read

Master-Planning A Garden

The American Public Gardens Association defines a public garden as “an institution that maintains collections of plants for the purposes of public education and enjoyment, in addition to research, conservation, and higher learning.

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Parks 4 min read

Reflections Of A Park Planner

Coronavirus. COVID-19. Social distancing. Face coverings. Contact tracing. By now, these are words that all of us are probably sick and tired of hearing and saying.

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Parks 3 min read

Clement Lau

Existential Infrastructure

More Than Fun

On The Right Path

Gateways To Wildlife

Just Transition

Calculating Demand of Sports Fields

Rural Parks And Recreation

Fulfilling Visions

Master-Planning A Garden

Reflections Of A Park Planner