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Main Plaza today |
Design Principles |
Features & Vision |
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Video - In The Works discusses Main Plaza Project
Design Principles
- Connected: in context
to surroundings, its influence is felt blocks away
- Attractive: things to
see there
- A Destination: things
to do there
- Accessible: easy to
get to
- Safe: Clear
sightlines, good lighting, people in the plaza and defensible space
- Comfortable: Shade,
water, reduced noise, and amenities
- Interesting: A balance
between activity and tranquility
- Beautiful: Trees,
natural elements and fountains
- Amenities: Food, areas
for activities, events and entertainment, kiosks, and restrooms
- Flexible Design: Room
for temporary exhibits, life-size games, celebrations and seasonal color
- Spatial Variety: Small
spaces, large spaces, enhanced edges, and many edges
- Good Seating: A choice
of seating locations, and a variety of seating types (fixed and
movable), plentiful seating
- Detailing & Materials:
High quality, durable, local, long-lived, and non-slip surfaces
- Good Maintenance
- Good Management: keep
the plaza safe and lively
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