04 / Mobility

Streets that breathe

Everyday mobility that is slower, cooler, and more human.

The central idea

Streets are our largest public space

When speed falls, detail returns. Food stalls, trees, crossings, and conversations form a mobility network much richer than a traffic lane.

Moving space compared with shaded space for pausing. — Pexels contributor · Pexels contributor

A good street does not only move people; it gives them a reason to stay for a moment.

Editorial note

Numbers to begin with

30 km/h

neighbourhood speed that leaves time to react

60%

ideal shade along a primary walking route

400 m

comfortable interval between places to pause

Field lens