In the right context and with the right parameters, it is possible to design corners to be much more compact while still accommodating large trucks.
Tag: transportation planning
How to Change Design Speeds, Save Lives, and Improve Our Cities
Speed is not the enemy, but it can be deadly and detrimental to our cities when applied improperly; it’s time we fixed that.
Designing for the Right Speed: The Safe Systems Approach
Safe Systems determines the right speed to design for by considering the vulnerability of humans, so that if a collision occurs, it’s much less likely to be severe.
Warning, May Cause Death: The Consequences of High-Speed Design
Design speed has a profound effect on our communities. Impacting far more than just safety, design speed influences urban design, walkability, public health, and even traffic lights.
Bicycle Streets Beyond Europe: NACTO Bicycle Boulevard
Is the NACTO bicycle boulevard a bicycle street? Let’s compare against the Dutch fietsstraat and find out.
The 3 Key Functions of Streets
Streets are not just infrastructure for moving people; they are places in and of themselves.
