Redesigning Streets with Emphasis on Pavement Movement Case Study: Bahonar Street of Shahr-E-Kurd - Iran

Type Journal Article - Journal of Research and Development
Title Redesigning Streets with Emphasis on Pavement Movement Case Study: Bahonar Street of Shahr-E-Kurd - Iran
Author(s)
Volume 2
Issue 5
Publication (Day/Month/Year) 2015
Page numbers 53-61
URL http://www.arabianjbmr.com/pdfs/RD_VOL_2_5/3.pdf
Abstract
Ambiguity created today in the definition of the role of pavements in urban limits the realm
of citizen interaction and interference with activities in the city and therefore it is believed
that human factors should be considered and a strong emphasis should be placed on them in
the design of urban spaces for the evolution of urban planning. The pavements lead role in
strengthening the social and cultural foundations of the city is undeniable. Therefore,
understanding the city which is called the urban landscape depends on several factors in
which pavements play an important role, like adding to the safety of pavement movement, the
majority of citizens, increased interaction between them and the development of urban life.
Bahonar Street in Shahrekurd as a space that aims to provide an opportunity for the citizens
and increase social interaction and enhances environmental quality and peace of mind in
more urban areas is studied here since in recent years it has problems such as the loss of
pavements’ roles, overcrowding and high congestion and the loss of social interaction. This
paper aims to achieve a pleasant street as a successful “urban area" where Bahonar Street in
Shahrekurd is selected as the sample. The research method is descriptive-analytical and
based on field observations; we examined the validity of the assumptions. The data analysis
is achieved based on the theoretical framework, design strategies, experiences, principles and
standards. Finally, the design criteria are presented after evaluating the alternatives and
selecting the optimum choice. The results could help to improve the quality of Bahonar
Street in Shahrekurd specifically and a guidance for pavement designers in the country in
general

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