Danielle Lake

Danielle Lake is a Lecturer in City and Regional Planning at the University of Pennsylvania's Weitzman School of Design. With over 10 years of professional experience in architecture and urban design, her practice focuses on creating equitable public spaces and community-driven development.

Her research examines:

• Social impact design methodologies
• Public space as a vehicle for community belonging
• Equity-centered urban development frameworks
• Mixed-income housing strategies

At LRK in Philadelphia, she contributes to projects spanning transit-oriented development, civic design, and public realm enhancement. She co-teaches urban design studios and graphics fundamentals at Penn, bringing professional insights into academic instruction.