Initially, Hot Arid Zones should have a dense plantations to reduce the effect of Asphalt and hard landscape, despite the substantial cost of irrigation, however, many unique technologies had be created to support.. Then, such luxiourious urban design is not requeried for highly earned populations, who would never walk in streets..!!
Hassan SuccarHassan Succar Verified • 2ndLandscape Architect | Urban Designer | Streetscape & Public Realm Specialist | 10+ Years Experience | Now in Hobart, Australia | Open to WorkLandscape Architect | Urban Designer | Streetscape & Public Realm Specialist | 10+ Years Experience | Now in Hobart, Australia | Open to Work
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Designing hashtag#Sidewalks Along hashtag#Busway Corridors in Hot Arid Cities ☀️
In hot desert environments, sidewalks play a vital role in shaping the comfort, safety, and overall experience of pedestrians especially when integrated alongside Busway systems.
Drawing from recent scientific research on urban sidewalks in hot arid climates, several key design insights emerge that can guide better practice:
1. hashtag#ThermalComfort & hashtag#Shading
* Use continuous shaded paths with trees or lightweight canopies.
* Employ high-reflectance materials to reduce surface temperature.
* Integrate cool pavements that lower heat absorption and improve user
comfort.
2. hashtag#Pedestrian Connectivity & Safety
* Ensure a minimum clear walking width for high pedestrian flow near Busway
stops.
*Create buffer zones between sidewalks and traffic lanes to improve safety and
comfort.
* Include rest zones, seating, and waiting areas that support inclusive mobility.
3. hashtag#Environmental Integration
* Combine sidewalks with bioswales or linear planting strips to manage runoff
and improve air quality.
* Prioritize native drought-tolerant species that offer shade with minimal water
demand.
* Encourage stormwater reuse for irrigation where possible.
4. hashtag#UrbanIdentity & Experience
* Use pavement materials and textures that reflect local context and culture.
* Incorporate wayfinding elements and smart lighting to enhance usability at all
times.
* Promote visual continuity with adjacent Busway design for a unified
streetscape identity.
When designed holistically, sidewalks adjacent to Busways can go beyond movement they become social corridors, cooling networks, and vital connectors in our cities’ sustainable transport systems.
In hot desert environments, sidewalks play a vital role in shaping the comfort, safety, and overall experience of pedestrians especially when integrated alongside Busway systems.
Drawing from recent scientific research on urban sidewalks in hot arid climates, several key design insights emerge that can guide better practice:
1. hashtag#ThermalComfort & hashtag#Shading
* Use continuous shaded paths with trees or lightweight canopies.
* Employ high-reflectance materials to reduce surface temperature.
* Integrate cool pavements that lower heat absorption and improve user
comfort.
2. hashtag#Pedestrian Connectivity & Safety
* Ensure a minimum clear walking width for high pedestrian flow near Busway
stops.
*Create buffer zones between sidewalks and traffic lanes to improve safety and
comfort.
* Include rest zones, seating, and waiting areas that support inclusive mobility.
3. hashtag#Environmental Integration
* Combine sidewalks with bioswales or linear planting strips to manage runoff
and improve air quality.
* Prioritize native drought-tolerant species that offer shade with minimal water
demand.
* Encourage stormwater reuse for irrigation where possible.
4. hashtag#UrbanIdentity & Experience
* Use pavement materials and textures that reflect local context and culture.
* Incorporate wayfinding elements and smart lighting to enhance usability at all
times.
* Promote visual continuity with adjacent Busway design for a unified
streetscape identity.
When designed holistically, sidewalks adjacent to Busways can go beyond movement they become social corridors, cooling networks, and vital connectors in our cities’ sustainable transport systems.
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