“We believe that so much of what’s gone right in Chattanooga is because of the deliberate thought that goes into our built environment. Ensuring that this tradition of good urban design and planning remains strong is what City Celebration is all about.”

-Eric Myers, Executive Director


We are grateful that Johanna Heywood, Dan Reuter, and Heidi Hefferlin spoke at the event to share their commitment to urban design and the mission of the Chattanooga Design Studio. Many thanks to Ray Bassett, host, and producer of WUTC-FM’s “Scenic Roots,” who joined Executive Director Eric Myers onstage to discuss the Studio’s vision:

To inspire people-centered urban design that creates joyful, thriving communities for all Chattanoogans.

Thank you to so many in our community who supported City Celebration 2023. Because of your support, we can inspire and engage the community, catalyze investment, and utilize education to elevate an understanding of urban design and place.


Our gratitude to the fundraising committee:

Heidi Hefferlin, Johanna Heywood, Jim Williamson, and Rick Wood


“steward” sponsors:


“ACTIVIST” sponsors:


“neighbor” sponsors: