This report includes the outcomes of a
participatory-action research endeavor
spearheaded by the MS Design and
Urban Ecologies Program’s Class of
2025, in collaboration with the Bushwick
Housing Independence Project (BHIP)
and fortified by the support of the El
Puente Bushwick Leadership Center.
Our exploration embarked on three distinct pathways of inquiry. Firstly, we ventured into Bushwick’s social and economic fabric, tracing the contours of economic, racial, and ethnic dynamics alongside fluctuations in employment rates, job availabilities, educational landscapes, and poverty thresholds. Secondly, we delved deep into the realm of Bushwick’s housing ecosystem, meticulously scrutinizing shifts in property values, rental costs, and the overall quality of housing stock. Lastly, we explored city and local plans and policies, scrutinizing their impact on housing development within Bushwick’s vibrant community.
