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A current area of emphasis in urban design is the Complete Streets movement. This looks at the street in relationship to multiple modes of transport: car, bike, mass transit, and walking. This is the beginning of really understanding the street as urban space.
In a previous post we discussed how development patterns have led to a linear nature for our cities, emphasizing corridors. We need to see these corridors as opportunities. By viewing the street as a public space rather than a transportation artery, we open up possibilities for new urban relationships and cost effective transformations that can easily enhance public life.
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Dorian Moore, RA, MArch is an architect, urbanist, retail entrepreneur, developer, educator, and Vice-President of Archive DS in Detroit and Toronto. Dorian is co-owner of retail establishments in Downtown Detroit, including the Pure Detroit Stores, The Rowland Cafe and Stella International Cafes.