In this episode of Living in the Ozarks, we sit down with Bruce Adib-Yazdi, architect and development leader with Vecino Group, to talk about how Springfield is evolving and what’s really happening behind the scenes in local development. From affordable housing to city planning, this conversation breaks down the bigger picture.
We discuss housing shortages, zoning changes, density, downtown opportunities, and the push toward smarter growth across Springfield and Southwest Missouri. Bruce shares insight from both the public and private side—what’s working, what’s not, and where the real opportunities are for investors, developers, and the community.
This episode is part of the Ozarks Experience series — long-form conversations focused on the people behind the work shaping the Ozarks.