Wynwood’s Paseos: How Thoughtful Urban Planning Enhances Community Interaction – Medium

Tue Mar 18 2025

By Marie Garcia on Medium. March 03, 2025.

Miami’s Wynwood is best known for its colorful murals and thriving arts scene, but there’s a unique urban design feature that sets it apart from any other neighborhood in Miami — the paseos.

These pedestrian-friendly passageways weave through the neighborhood, creating unexpected connections between streets and fostering a sense of discovery. Unlike traditional alleys or plazas, Wynwood’s paseos act as open-air corridors that invite exploration, revealing hidden murals, tucked-away cafés, and new perspectives with every turn, an integral part of the Wynwood experience.

With the city’s current focus on walkability and placemaking, the paseos highlight how thoughtful urban planning enhances community interaction and shapes a neighborhood’s identity.

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Joule House

Developed by Fisher Brothers, Joule House is a new mixed-use, multifamily project in Wynwood. Inspired by the joule — the unit of energy — it embodies Wynwood’s creative pulse with 308 luxury residences. Offering a range of modern living spaces, from studios to penthouses ranging from 474 to 1,405 square feet, the community seamlessly integrates art, culture, and contemporary urban living. Its striking façade features large-scale murals by renowned artists, while over 30,000 square feet of curated art installations throughout the property enhance the resident experience. With resort-style amenities, including a rooftop infinity pool, lush gardens, coworking spaces, and a game lounge, Joule House redefines residential life in Wynwood. The development also introduces 26,000 square feet of retail and paseo space, further enriching the neighborhood’s evolving landscape.

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