The revitalization of Baltimore\u27s Inner Harbor and waterfront is internationally recognized as a planning and urban design model. This successful story started in the late 1950s with the Charles Center redevelopment plan for the core of the Central Business Distric and its positive effects on the city\u27s economy. In the first of a twopart article, Vicente del Rio writes about this early plan and its role in Baltimore\u27s efforts towards a sustainable revitalization. Next FOCUS will feature his account of the plan for the Inner Harbor and beyond
