Eliza Blood, MCRP

Eliza is an Associate in Clarion’s Denver office.  She is passionate about climate adaptation planning and urban design. Eliza recently graduated with her Master’s in City and Regional Planning from Cornell University where she focused her efforts on the nexus of Indigenous traditional ecological knowledge and environmental planning. Through her experience studying Coney Island’s flooding and environmental justice issues, she became inspired to pursue zoning work and explore how intentional and equitable zoning regulations hold the power to alleviate social justice issues within communities. Eliza is eager to make a positive impact on diverse communities, aiming to create healthier and more vibrant places to live. Contact Eliza at: eblood@clarionassociates.com

• How has your understanding of critical planning issues affected one of your lifestyle choices?:  Being an active member of my community is so important.  I like to attend public events, visit different neighborhoods, meet new people, and stay fresh on local planning news.
• Dessert:  Vegan ice cream cake!
• Recent read: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig.
• Favorite city:  My favorite city is Oslo, Norway!  I studied abroad in Oslo and it reshaped how I think about park space and outdoor recreation.