Abstract
William Blunden arrived in Cleveland in the mid 1960s, working for architects Dalton & Dalton, as well as Don Hisaka, before starting his own firm. In this 2006 interview, Blunden discusses the development and deterioration of Cleveland's Euclid Avenue and speaks more broadly on how he believes Cleveland can remain a viable city while dealing with the loss of population and business. Blunden stresses the need for strong leadership and creative ideas in carrying out new development plans that take advantage of the city's many assets. He also is critical of what he sees as the wasteful and uneconomical demolition of old buildings, arguing for preservation and rehabilitation of such structures. Blunden talks briefly about some of his own work and also points out the importance of supporting Cleveland's architectural community, calling on Cleveland's leaders to use local architects more readily.
Creator
Blunden, William (interviewee)
Creator
Gibans, Nina (interviewer)
Project
American Institute of Architects
Date
9-29-2006
Document Type
Oral History
Duration
76 minutes
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Recommended Citation
"William Blunden Interview, September 29 2006" (2006). Cleveland Regional Oral History Collection. Interview 951016.
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