Insights
Cutting-edge transportation planning insights, real-world experiences from the field, and innovative thought leadership that’s shaping the future of how we move.
The Hidden Impact of Parking Garage Design
Transforming how we think about parking design requires recognizing these spaces as integral parts of our transportation network and community infrastructure. Felice Brychta, PE, and Sam Tignor, PE explain how optimizing the critical elements that make parking facilities work seamlessly ensures that every aspect of vehicle and pedestrian movement is integrated into the broader design vision.
Office to Residential Conversions: A Transportation Planning Perspective
The evolving landscape of office conversion initiatives is profoundly reshaping our urban centers. At Gorove Slade, we’ve observed these shifting patterns firsthand across projects like The Geneva in DC and The Foundry in Alexandria. Our analysis and planning work takes into consideration not just when people travel, but how they travel—with increased shared and active mobility usage, modified transit schedules, and changing parking demands compared to pre-pandemic norms.
Gorove Slade Expands into Hampton Roads with New Office
Gorove Slade’s expansion into Norfolk signals not only our commitment to the Hampton Roads region but also the growing demand for innovative infrastructure solutions that support the area’s continued growth and vitality.
Our 4,600 Mile Challenge: Celebrating 46 Years of Active Transportation at Gorove Slade
In 2025, our team set an ambitious goal of collectively biking, walking, running, scooting, and rolling our way through 4,600 miles during the month of May.
Smarter Signals for Smoother Streets: How Adaptive Signal Control Technologies (ASCT) are Reshaping Urban Mobility
Portia Lartey, Project Transportation Engineer, explains how adaptive traffic signals offer a strategic advantage as cities and state DOTs continue to embrace smart infrastructure and future-ready systems.
Transportation Modeling and Advanced Analysis: Moving Beyond Traditional Methods
Project Manager Adam Nodjomian-Escajeda, PE, PTOE and Principal Rob Schiesel, PE, share four case studies that illustrate the power of VISSIM.
Smart Design Solutions for School Arrival and Departure
Student pick-up and drop-off (PUDO) is the aspect of school transportation that produces the most headaches for most involved. This post highlights the lessons from Gorove Slade’s experience working with K-12 schools on planning and operating their PUDOs.
Transportation Abroad: Exploring Innovative Infrastructure in Central and Eastern Europe
Ben Geertsema, Transportation Engineer, notices subtle transportation infrastructure differences throughout Austria, Turkiye, and Georgia.
Tight Spaces, Smart Places: Reimagining Urban School Transportation
Rob Schiesel, PE, and Daniel Solomon, AICP discuss how Gorove Slade’s experience has given us key insight on transportation in urban schools.
Congrats on New Promotions for 2025
We're excited to share that several Gorove Slade have received promotions for the new year! This results from their hard work and dedication to their teams and our company. A few others will have title changes to match their new responsibilities. These adjustments...
Pathways to Progress: Unlocking Potential with Trail-Oriented Development
Daniel Solomon, AICP, Principal explains how trail-oriented development can transform neighborhoods, enhancing connectivity, health, and quality of life.
Katie Wagner Named NAIOP MD|DC Member of the Year
Earning this award underscores Katie’s contributions to the field and her commitment to excellence. The NAIOP DC|MD chapter represents the region’s leading firms in all commercial real estate industry aspects.
Why City Dwellers Should Embrace Biking: A Guide to Commuting Benefits
A personal perspective from Walker Wilkins, Transportation Planner
The “3 Rs” of School Transportation
Rob Schiesel, PE, and Katie Wagner, PE, PTOE explore how Gorove Slade’s experience has given us insights on how to handle the complex aspects associated with K-12 school transportation.
Mobility Maze: An Intentionally Playful Approach to Transportation Planning
The Mobility Maze – officially known as StreetSmarts at the PARC – exemplifies a growing trend in suburban markets: integrating educational elements about transportation safety and urban navigation into community events.
Frequently Asked Questions – VISSIM
Microsimulation models are one of the most effective tools transportation engineers use to evaluate future changes to transportation networks.
Fairfax County Comprehensive Transportation Analyses
Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) released new requirements for transportation studies throughout the County.
Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting
Last month, representatives from Gorove Slade had the privilege of attending the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting in our hometown of Washington, DC!
APBP Conference Takeaways
The Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP) 2022 conference was held last month in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
New Richmond Office!
Gorove Slade is excited to announce the opening of a Richmond, Virginia office!
Montgomery County Planning Board Approves Updated LATR Guidelines
Katie Wagner and Will Zeid from our DC office have been working for the last couple of months as development advocates.
Gorove Slade is Certified SWaM in Virginia
Gorove Slade is now a certified SWaM firm as a small business in Virginia.
Gorove Slade Internship Experience
Gorove Slade was pleased to welcome three terrific interns to the firm this summer!
Arlington County Approves Vision Zero Action Plan
This past weekend, the Arlington County Board approved its Vision Zero Action Plan.
Sustainability + Transportation
Due to rising concerns about climate change over the past several years, environmental sustainability has become a major consideration in almost every transportation project today.
