pedestrian realm
puh-DES-tree-un RELM
pəˈdɛstriən rɛlmListen
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the totality of outdoor spaces available to people on foot, including footpaths, squares, plazas, parks, and the edges of streets where pedestrian activity occurs; the quality of the pedestrian realm is determined by factors including width, continuity, surface material, shade, seating, lighting, active frontages, and freedom from vehicular intrusion; designing for a high-quality pedestrian realm is central to creating liveable cities, as the walkability of urban environments is among the strongest predictors of public health, social interaction, and economic vitality
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