Neighborhood revitalization
Municipalities have many projects in need of infrastructure funding. Some investments can return in several different ways. Check out what infrastructure can help support neighborhood revitalization.
07
Aug
Tag Archives: Urban Planning
17
Jul
Extra Tough Flex Posts for Dedicated Bike Lanes
European cities use durable but sturdy flex posts as bike lane delineators to avoid the constant need to replace thin plastic bollards. Learn more about the type of flex post that stands up to heavy traffic and keeps cyclists safe.
10
Jul
Park and Ride Design in the Age of Ride-Share
Planning safe and accessible lots, from bike storage lockers to ride-share stalls
13
Jun
Confronting Rising Stormwater – Bioswale Design
As rates of flooding increase, cities must adapt their water management. Some of the best ideas come from nature. Urban forests, raingardens, and bioswales are designed to filter water and return it to the water table.
07
May
Preventing Bicycle Accidents
Maximizing social benefits through risk management
27
Feb
The History of Universal Design
Universal design seeks to create a better quality of life for everyone, regardless of their abilities, through thoughtful construction of the built environment. See how accessibility helped designers reconsider how we engage with cities.
06
Feb
Winter Cycling in Montreal
A wintery city that prioritizes year-round active transportation
04
Oct
Human Bollard Campaigns
Painted bike lanes can sometimes cause conflict between drivers and cyclists. Read about the “human bollard” campaigns that cycling advocates have been launching to highlight the need for separated spaces and greater awareness.
12
Sep
Parking Lot and Street Parking Orientation
How do you prefer to park your car? You may not have ever thought about the many ways you park: parallel parking, angle parking, nose-in, back-in, on the street, or in a lot. Learn how different car orientations affect safety and ease!
05
Sep
Autonomous Cars and Pedestrian Safety
Autonomous cars may profoundly change the way our traffic networks function. How will they affect streetscapes, and other traffic, such as pedestrians and bicyclists? Read about how the technology may influence the cities of the future.
01
Aug
Pedestrian Safety and Urban Planning
Urban planners use environmental strategies to help increase pedestrian safety. Which lower the incidence of vehicle-pedestrian collision?
18
Jul
Landscaping and property management
Our guide to buying landscape furnishing is a checklist for good property management. Learn how to maximize value for your users and enhance your site with these small, but meaningful, additions!
13
Jul
Site Furnishings for Better Social Landscapes
Outdoor site furnishings include:• Seating: benches, chairs, stools• Tables• Trash bins• Shade structures• Bollards• Bike racks• Planters
13
Jun
Defining Space: Outdoor Physical Access Control
Physical access control systems selectively restrict access to space. Concrete or Jersey barriers, water filled barriers, or bollards offer variable access outdoors. Read more about these strategies for adaptive traffic management.
10
May
Active Design Guidelines for Walkable Cities
Active design guidelines are strategies that designers and city planners can use to enhance public health. Even small changes can make neighborhoods more walkable. Explore what communities can do to enhance walkability!
29
Jan
Balancing Security and Appeal in Urban Planning
When it comes to urban development and planning, communities are managing competing goals. On one hand, the public square is having a renaissance. Research confirms that pedestrian-friendly streets and walkable neighborhoods make for healthy, attractive cities. Vibrant streetscapes engage people to walk, play, eat, and shop, which lead to many benefits. Walking promotes
25
Jan
The Essential Guide to Bike Parking
As society shifts towards sustainable living, a cleaner alternative to automobile commuting is gaining traction. Cycling offers benefits that surpass driving on many levels—an economically and environmentally sound option that helps people to fulfill health and fitness goals. While cycling proves to be an excellent
04
Dec
A Comprehensive Guide to Traffic Calming
Urban landscaping in the 20th century focused on the quick and unobstructed flow of motor vehicle traffic. It is only within the last few decades that urban planning has started to embrace more balanced spaces within the community—encouraging walking, cycling, and outdoor social interaction. This
11
Oct
8 Reasons Why Cities are Installing Bollards in High Traffic Areas
Bollards are short posts common to many public spaces. Find out eight reasons why cities are installing bollards in high traffic areas.
25
Aug
The Art of Placemaking
Placemaking is a philosophy and a planning process for public spaces. Learn how it encourages local involvement to promote community values and well-being.