This session presents two innovations in using visual media to expand what’s possible in transportation planning and transit-oriented development (TOD). The first introduces Imagine This, an engagement strategy that uses digitally altered images to promote dialogue around alternative futures for mobility and public space. It shows how storytelling can invite communities to explore new possibilities for familiar places. Next, we present a set of user-based design guidelines for moderate-density TOD, developed through an online questionnaire that gathered input on housing, amenities, and neighborhood preferences. The findings highlight ways to align TOD more closely with what people value. Both show how planning processes can become more responsive, creative, and grounded in community experience. Attendees will gain practical tools for using visuals and survey-based insights to deepen community engagement and spark planning conversations.