Car Sharing And Other Ideas To Reduce Traffic Congestion
Traffic congestion is one of the most common urban issues.. Nobody likes to waste time stuck in a traffic jam while the honking symphony plays outside. The problem not only affects productivity and increases stress, but it also harms the environment. According to...
On the Physical and Mental Benefits of Walkable Cities
Of all forms of exercise and modes of transportation, walking is the most accessible to the majority of Americans, requiring no special equipment, training, or cost. However, pedestrian activity does require space. Over the 20th century, space for pedestrian...
The Car-Centric City: A Hazard for People and for Our Planet
People use cars to get to work. You use them to get to the grocery store, to do your shopping, to visit your friends and family. When they’re such an integral part of your everyday life, it can be hard to imagine life without cars. In fact, many cities are designed...
The Difference Between Green Design And Sustainable Design
Sustainability is not an enemy of development, but it shows us that there’s a path to development without compromising future generations and harming the environment. While construction and architecture industries have adopted more sustainable techniques, it’s...
The Keys to Urban Density: Urban Design and Green Space
A couple weeks ago we talked about the case for urban density and combating urban sprawl. This week, we want to touch on urban density again and focus on its many benefits as well as how to implement it successfully. Urban density serves to bring people together by...
