On designated shopping streets, the first floors should have glass with shops or businesses visible. This makes for safe streets and active one's. One long blank first floor on a street can ruin the feeling of an area.
Lights and wide sidewalks of brick and trees creating shade and buffer for childs safety can all be done by the city.
In Portland, new buildings in the Bayside neighborhood have and have not been placed tight to the sidewalks. The DSS building sets back behind a parking lot in a suburban layout, destroying any hope for Marginal way to feel like a room there. The new university housing however, forms a wonderful outdoor street space and has a nice bus stop of glass in front. This simple rule can have dramatic positive results.
Streets are public space and have much potential for safety, and the pursuit of happiness!
(Originally posted 9/17/2008)
(Originally posted 9/17/2008)
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Very good article thanks for sharing.
Transforming streets into outdoor rooms by ensuring tight building placement along sidewalks enhances safety and aesthetics. Glass storefronts on shopping streets promote activity, while well-lit, tree-lined spaces contribute to the pursuit of happiness. Adhering to these principles, as seen in Portland's Bayside neighborhood, can remarkably improve the urban experience
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The concept of treating streets as extensions of indoor spaces, akin to rooms in a house, is pivotal for creating pedestrian-friendly environments. By ensuring buildings are constructed close to sidewalks and incorporating elements like transparent ground floors and ample lighting, cities can transform streets into vibrant and safe public spaces. Portland's example showcases the tangible impact of such design principles, emphasizing the potential for enhancing community well-being and fostering a sense of belonging in urban areas.
"أفضل المراكز التعليمية بقطر
مركز تعليم اللغة الانجليزية في قطر
مدرسة لغة فرنسية خصوصي قطر"
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