更好地利用巷道

The humble laneway is so ubiquitous in North American cities (and some beyond) that most people rarely question its purpose. In most cases, that’s to store cars and garbage (and occasionally serve as a toilet). But cities are waking up to the idea that 巷道可以改造 变成人们的地方. 取决于当地 needs, these transformations can take many forms – from contributing 绿色空间 in under-served neighbourhoods to adding 一抹色彩 to a montonous part of the city. Improved well-being for nearby residents, 雨中保水性, 降低交通速度, and greater economic vibrancy are some of the potential benefits. 同样重要的是, the interventions can reframe the way people view streets and lanes – from corridors for fast moving vehicles to public spaces. These transformations also face challenges however. 废物管理, parking strategies and intensive public engagement are vital to successful laneway transformations. 为此， 荷兰“woonerf” 提供一个有前途的模板. Using this model, transformations don’t have to expensive or time-intensive. A 最近的Spacing文章 outlined the benefits of woonerf-style lanes in North America, noting that paint and pallets can be used to rapidly reshape a laneway at low cost. 从打火机, 快, 便宜的策略, 一个完整的woonerf方法, 或者另一种策略, cities have a range of opportunities available. As densification and land value in central urban areas continue to increase, so to does demand on public space. 人 deserve more, and making the most of existing laneways is an easy place to start.

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• 设计
• 绿色空间
• 创新住房
• 公共空间
• TH!NK by IBI
• 城市规划