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Sitwalls, Ledges & Steps

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Built-in forms lend themselves to the most basic kind of seating, but there are a number of ways to get it wrong. This excerpt from William H. Whyte's City details them.
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Signage

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Signs communicate a lot more than just directions. Here's a seven-step process to developing or improving the signage in your public space.
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Waste Receptacles

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Their durability and functionality play a key role in the efficient management of a public space.

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A Primer on Seating

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
General information on the use of seating, its location, and maintenance (see related features below for details on movable seating, benches, and sitwalls).
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Benches

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Giving some thought to the design, placement, and location of this oft-used seating can greatly improve a public space.
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Water Features

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Perhaps even more than its appearance, the feel and sound of water are crucial to the success of a water feature.
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Lighting Use & Design

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Well-designed lighting not only increases security and aids geographic orientation, but also highlights the identity of an area and creates a sense of drama.
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Moveable Seating

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Putting out chairs is perhaps the simplest and most effective way to activate a public space.
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Tents & Awnings

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Tents can accomodate a range of activities, as well as protect people from wind, sun, and rain.
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Vending Carts

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
The design of a vending cart is essential to the success of any vendor.
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Bus Shelters

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Deciding which type of shelter to use requires an analysis of an area's existing and anticipated conditions, plus knowledge of ideal shelter location and design.
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Food

By Project for Public Spaces on Jan 1, 2009 | Add Comment
Urbanologist William H. Whyte's recipe for success: "If you want to seed a place with activity, put out food. Food attracts people who attract more people..."
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