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Car-dominated streets
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
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Car dominated streets can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
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Insect-friendly furniture
Sidewalk extensions
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Bike parking #micromobility
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Street closures
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Street furniture
Designated bus lanes
Redesign of the street layout
Tile flipping
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Urban gardening
Designation of disabled parking space
Refugee islands
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E-scooter parking #micromobility
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Car-dominated streets
Lack of meeting points to stay
Low clientele
Dangerous crossings
Low business occupancy
Lack of playgrounds
High-speed streets
Seasonal tourism
Lack of space for physical activities
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Restricted indoor commerce
Low accessibility to public spaces
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Lack of greenery
Low quality of public spaces
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Low biodiversity
Public insecurity
Low walkability
Low citizen participation
Low pollination
Narrow sidewalks
Air pollution
Low sense of community
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Lack of permeable surfaces
Lack of identity
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Traffic noise
Social exclusion
Road incidents
Urban heat island
Low access to daily need services
Mobility
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Car-dominated streets
Dangerous crossings
High-speed streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
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Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low quality of public spaces
Public insecurity
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Low citizen participation
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Low access to daily need services
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Lack of greenery
Low biodiversity
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Air pollution
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Traffic noise
Urban heat island
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Bike Lanes
... can solve these problems
= Temporary or long-term introduction of a bike lane separated from traffic. Encourages cycling and improves safety.
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Bike Parking #micromobility
... can solve these problems
= Designated areas and furniture to lock bikes (including cargo bikes). Encourages cycling and improves safety.
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Commercial Parklets
... can solve these problems
= Seating areas in front of cafes or restaurants on parking spaces to increase the number of guests and support local businesses.
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Crosswalks
... can solve these problems
= Highlighted road crossings to improve safety and reduce stress while crossing the street.
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Curb Extension (Gateway/Pinchpoint)
... can solve these problems
= Extension of the sidewalk next to an intersection (gateway) or in the middle of a block (pinchpoint). Reduces pedestrian crossing distance, creates more visibility and cars are encouraged to slow down while turning.
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Designated Bus Lanes
... can solve these problems
= Car lane closure to allow buses to pass by the traffic faster. Encourages public transport use.
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Designated Bus Stops
... can solve these problems
= New bus stops in neglected areas to extend the public transport network and encourage public transport use. Implies wider strategy to get in touch with bus transport authorities.
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Designation of Disabled Parking Space
... can solve these problems
= Designated parking spots for disabled people next to the point of interest to enhance inclusive accessibility.
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E-Scooter Parking #micromobility
... can solve these problems
= Designated areas to park e-scooters, encouraging micromobility and reducing car ownership.
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Games
... can solve these problems
= Public games e.g. ping-pong, basketball, football, to encourage social interaction and physical activities in urban spaces.
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Greenery
... can solve these problems
= Different types of greenery e.g. trees, bushes, small plants, to enhance the urban quality and environmental burdens.
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Insect-Friendly Furniture
... can solve these problems
= Furniture that supports insects like bees, butterflies, or dragonflies in creating shelters and nesting spaces.
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Insect-Friendly Plants
... can solve these problems
= Plants that provide food or shelter for insects like bees, butterflies, or dragonflies. They produce nectar or pollen and are essential for a rich biodiversity.
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Mobility Hubs
... can solve these problems
= Create space for micromobility vehicles like bikes, scooters, and cargo bikes to support active and sustainable mobility. Can also be combined with sharing vehicles and public transport. Contact with the providers may bring incentives like vouchers or free time of use.
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Non-Commercial Parklets
... can solve these problems
= Seating areas or mini-parks on former parking spaces to enhance social and recreational activities.
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Partial Street Closure
... can solve these problems
= Streets with restricted vehicle access. Over a certain time period (daily, over few weeks), with limited speed (walking speed ~10 kmh), or only access for delivery vehicles. Allows citizens to get back some space for recreational activities and social interactions.
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Pop-Up Markets or Stores
... can solve these problems
= Temporary retail or market spaces to reactivate public spaces and support local businesses.
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Redesign of the Street Layout
... can solve these problems
= Adding street markings can enhance clarity while driving, reduce driving speed, and enhance the security perception of vulnerable street users. The redesign also uses redistribution of space to create narrow streets or chicanes.
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Reduction of Car Lanes
... can solve these problems
= Reducing the number of car lanes to create space for public spaces, bike lanes, sidewalk extensions, bus lanes, or other measures.
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Refugee Islands
... can solve these problems
= Mid-road safety zones for pedestrians to reduce the crossing time and stress level of pedestrians and expecially for disatvantaged citizens.
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Roundabouts
... can solve these problems
= Replacing complex intersections with roundabouts to enhance safety for all road users.
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Shadow
... can solve these problems
= Shade-providing furniture to increase safety from urban heat e.g. with awnings or umbrellas.
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Sidewalk Extensions
... can solve these problems
= Temporary or long-term widening of the sidewalk area to increase public space. Allows to add greenery, seating or to extend the outside area of a café.
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Signage
... can solve these problems
= Can offer information about the surroundings (e.g. for tourists), the project taking place, or highlight the current speed limits.
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Speed Humps
... can solve these problems
= Traffic calming measure to force car drivers to slow down in certain areas.
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Street Art (Mural/Asphalt Art)
... can solve these problems
= Decorative wall art (e.g. murals) or street paintings to enhance public spaces. Improves urban aesthetics and gives back cultural pride.
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Street Closure
... can solve these problems
= Streets that are closed for all types of vehicles except emergency vehicles. Allows citizens to get back some space for recreational activities and social interactions.
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Street Furniture
... can solve these problems
= Benches, tables, awnings, and other furniture enhances the quality of public spaces and the liveability.
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Urban Gardening
... can solve these problems
= Community gardens to promote local food production, biodiversity and enhance social cohesion in neighbourhoods.
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Water Features
... can solve these problems
= Fountains, waterfalls or misting systems to cool down the surroundings and improve urban air quality. Offers interaction with the water and leads to a higher quality of public space.
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Water Management
... can solve these problems
= More important in times of climate change. Planters and greenery can store water, permeable sidewalks can reduce sudden amounts of water.
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Weather Protection
... can solve these problems
= Greenery, awnings or big umbrellas can offer shelter from heavy rainfalls or intense sunlight. Walls can protect from winds.
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Tile Flipping
... can solve these problems
= Removal of sidewalk tiles to create space for plants and enhance the permeability of the surface. This can lead to a lower risk of floods.
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Fabric
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Boxes with lock
Water Fountain
Bike Racks
Fountain
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Drinking Water
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Street Experiment Planning Tool Status: 03/2025
Authors: Sarah Franke | sarah_mareike.franke@tum.de Ana Rivas de Gante | ana.rivas@tum.de
Technische Universität München TUM School of Engineering and Design Lehrstuhl für Siedlungsstruktur und Verkehrsplanung Arcisstraße 21 80333 München
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Communication and Participation
When creating the concept of a street experiment, the citizen’s engagement can ensure that certain problems or wishes of residents emerge that would not have been considered before. Even if the framework of the project has already been determined, the dialog with residents, especially when interviewing different age groups, can determine the project's finer details. Other means of communication can include leaflets, surveys, info posters, online posts, or press releases. During the intervention, information posters or mailboxes can be set up to provide information about the project and collect any kind of feedback. In the case of a recurring project, the feedback can be incorporated into the next implementation in order to track changes in the citizen’s perception of the experiment.
Programming
Programming includes locally implemented activities to give citizens the opportunity to use the created public space for more than a chat with friends or a lunch break and improves the perception and engagement of such interventions. Activities like markets, workshops, or even the concept of play streets can bring life to the gained public spaces. Piazza Zenetti, which opened for the first time in 2018 and is located in Munich, uses activities like a book exchange shelf, an idea wall for new programming ideas, or an event stage for yoga sessions or small music concerts.
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Public insecurity can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
Mobility hubs
Sidewalk extensions
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Semi-permanent implementation of water management in low-traffic neighbourhoods in London
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Dangerous crossings can be enhanced by ...
Crosswalks
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Refugee islands
Roundabouts
Signage
More information here
Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Trees
Climbing Plants
Identity can be enhanced by ...
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
More information here
Urban Elements
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Awnings/Umbrellas
Benches
Chairs
Crates
Fountain
Hay Bales
Pallets
Tables
Sidewalks can be enhanced by ...
Bike parking #micromobility
Curb extensions (Gateway/Pinchpoint)
E-scooter parking #micromobility
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extentions
Street closure
Traffic noise
The excessive and continuous sound generated by vehicles, including engines, horns, and tire friction, in city streets. Car-dominated streets lead to increased noise levels, negatively impacting stress and mental health and disrupting daily life by discouraging social interactions and outdoor activities.
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Signage in Germany
Signage in Australia
Signage in the USA
Signage in the USA
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
E-scooter parking in Sweden
Tile flipping project in Rotterdam during Remaking The Street Summer School in 2022.
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Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low quality of public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of community
Social exclusion
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Urban Elements
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Basketball & Basket
Chess figures
Mini Golf Course
Ping-Pong Table
Soccerball & Gates
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Wanderbaumallee in Germany
Grass in Japan
Greenery in Italy
Greenery in Italy
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Fountain
Mist Generators
Pool
Water Playground
What is it for?
The tool was created to support cities, organizations, and society in planning and creating street experiments on their own. The problem-solution approach offers a variety of measures and elements that can be combined in one street experiment to counteract the existing problem in the respective city. This tool offers a browsing function on what is possible. Further information on how to set up the various measures will be linked on the page of further literature. By offering differentiation in materials and types of elements in the element guide, every street experiment can be planned based on individual needs and funding of the project.
Accessibility can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
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Permeable surfaces can be created by ...
Greenery
Tile flipping
Water management
Weather protection
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Bushes
Grass
Trees
More information here
Street Layout
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Paint
Signage
Stencils
Tape
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Extended sidewalks in Brazil
Extended sidewalks in Spain
Extended sidewalks in Brazil
Extended sidewalks in Brazil
Road incidents can be reduced by ...
Crosswalks
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Roundabouts
Signage
Speed humps
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Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidwalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Social exclusion
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Polluted air
Traffic noise
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Weather protection in Canada
Dangerous crossings
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Dangerous crossings
Intersections and crossings with a high number of accidents or risk situations for all road users. The street layout, lack of street marking, signage, and high speed contribute to unsafe conditions and discourage alternative mobility (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters).
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Walkability can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Bike parking #micromobility
Partial street closure
Reduction of car lanes
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
High speed streets
The street layout encourages vehicles to drive faster, increasing the risk of accidents, noise and air pollution. These streets often prioritize motorized vehicles and discourage alternative mobility (e.g. cycling, walking, e-scooters) due to a lack of traffic-calming measures and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
Playgrounds can be created by ...
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Reflectors
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Traffic Cones
Access to daily need services can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Mobility hubs
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street closure
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Further Topics
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Bushes
Climbing Plants
Flowers
Grass
Green Walls
Hedges
Small Plants
Trees/Wanderbaumallee
Low biodiversity
Low polinization
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
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Additional Traffic Lights
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Reflectors
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
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Speed humps in Australia
Speed humps in Mexico
Speed humps in Sweden
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Obstacles on the sidewalk
Physical barriers obstructing pedestrian traffic caused by parked vehicles, micro mobility vehicles, or other obstacles such as poles, street furniture, or overgrown vegetation. The obstructions make walking unsafe and uncomfortable, often forcing pedestrians to step onto the street, increasing their risk of accidents.
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Reflectors
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Street closure in Brazil
Street closure in Brazil
Street closure in China
Street closure in the USA
Public infrastructure can be enhanced by ...
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
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Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Low access to daily need services
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Seasonal tourism
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Low walkability
City streets are poorly designed for pedestrians, making walking inconvenient, unsafe, and uncomfortable. Sidewalks and other infrastructure—such as crosswalks, pedestrian signals, and shaded pathways—play a crucial role in encouraging walkability. The absence of sidewalks, narrow or discontinuous sidewalks, unsafe crossings, and poorly maintained infrastructure, such as cracked pavements or obstructed sidewalks (e.g., by parked e-scooters), create barriers for pedestrians, making streets less accessible and pedestrian-friendly.
Clientele can be enhanced by ...
Commercial parklets
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Partial street closure
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Sense of community can be enhanced by ...
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Urban gardening
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Greenery Elements
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Bushes
Flowers
Grass
Green Walls
Small Plants
Trees/Wanderbaumallee
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Urban Elements
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Speed Humps
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Street Layout
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Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Road incidents
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Reduced car lanes in New Zealand
Reduced car lanes in Brazil
Reduced car lanes in Turkey
Reduced car lanes in Spain
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Lack of meeting points to stay
The absence of well-designed, accessible, and inviting public spaces (e.g. parks, plazas, playgrounds, etc.) for people to gather, socialize, or rest due to car-oriented cities, which prioritize movement over social interaction. This lack of spaces, including seating, shade, greenery, and amenities, negatively impacts liveability and social cohesion, making cities less inclusive and comfortable.
Narrow sidewalks
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of community
Social exclusion
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Lack of greenery
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Mist generator in Austria
Pool in Austria
Air pollution
Emissions from vehicles, industries, and other urban activities release harmful substances into the air, leading to poor air quality. This affects respiratory health, reduces outdoor activities and social interactions, and contributes to environmental issues like urban heat islands and reduced biodiversity.
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Problem Overview
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Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
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Urban Elements
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Benches
Chairs
Crates
Lights
Pallets
Ramps
Tables
Umbrellas
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Urban Elements
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Bike Racks
Bus Shelter
Display
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Stencil
Tape
Traffic Cones
Low quality of public space
Public insecurity
Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Social exclusion
Low clientele
Seasonal tourism
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Social exclusion
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Polluted air
Traffic noise
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Trees
Low pollination
The reduced transfer of pollen between plants is caused by the decline of pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds, resulting from habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and urbanization.
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Traffic Cones
Low citizens participation
Limited or absent involvement of residents in decisions affecting their street, neighbourhood, and city, leading to urban interventions that do not reflect their needs. This exclusion weakens space ownership and engagement and lowers the acceptance and use of public interventions.
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Paint
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Reflectors
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
Narrow sidewalks
Sidewalks that are not wide enough to accommodate pedestrian traffic make walking uncomfortable and create accessibility challenges, especially for people with strollers, wheelchairs, or mobility aids. They may be further obstructed by street furniture, poles, or parked vehicles (e.g., cars, e-scooters, bikes, etc.).
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Imprint
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Imprint
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Lack of playgrounds
The absence of safe, accessible, and well-designed play areas for children and adults restricts opportunities for physical activity, social interaction, and having fun.
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Trees
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Flowers
Grass
Small plants
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Barricades
Paint
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Curb extension in Portugal
Curb extension in India
Curb extension in Mexico
Curb extension in Ethiopia
Lack of meeting points to stay
Low accessibility to public spaces
Social exclusion
Low access to daily need services
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New street design in the USA
New street design in Colombia
New street design in India
New street design in Colombia
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Social exclusion
The unequal access to public spaces, services, and decision-making processes due to economic, social, or physical barriers deepens disparities and increases the marginalization of disadvantaged communities. Factors such as inadequate infrastructure, discrimination, and car-dominated urban planning prevent equal participation in urban life.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, enclosed spaces became unsafe, forcing restaurants, bars, and shops to close temporarily. This highlighted the need for outdoor spaces to safely host these activities, sustain local businesses, and support economic resilience.
Restricted indoor commerce
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Car dominated streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Low walkability
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Low accessibility to public spaces
Public insecurity
Low access to daily need services
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Traffic noise
Low access to daily need services
The limited availability or difficulty in reaching essential urban functions - living, working, education, healthcare, supply (e.g., food), and entertainment (Moreno et al., 2021) - within a short distance due to poor infrastructure, long travel times, and inadequate transportation options, reducing quality of life and local economic resilience.
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Awnings
Fabric
Tents
Umbrellas
Low citizen participation
Low sense of community
Social exclusion
Lack of greenery
Low polinization
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
Low quality of public space
Low citizen participation
Lack of greenery
Lack of permeable surfaces
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Grass
Small Plants
Trees
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
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Imprint
Further Topics
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Seasonal tourism can be handled by ...
Commercial parklets
Non-commercial parklets
Pop-up markets or stores
Redesign of the street layout
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Dangerous crossings
Intersections and crossings with a high number of accidents or risk situations for all road users. The street layout, lack of street marking, signage, and high speed contribute to unsafe conditions and discourage alternative mobility (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters).
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Flowers
Seeds
Small Plants
Vegetables
Citizen participation can be enhanced by ...
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Street furniture
Tile flipping
Urban gardening
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Roundabout in Brazil
Roundabout in the USA
Roundabout in Colombia
High-speed streets
The street layout encourages vehicles to drive faster, increasing the risk of accidents, noise and air pollution. These streets often prioritize motorized vehicles and discourage alternative mobility (e.g. cycling, walking, e-scooters) due to a lack of traffic-calming measures and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
Car dominated streets
City streets are both designed for and dominated by motorized vehicles. The street layout discourages other means of transport (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters), leading to frequent traffic congestion, which degrades public space quality by increasing noise and reducing accessibility for other users.
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
More information here
Street Layout
Element Guide
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Lack of permeable surfaces
The lack of permeable surfaces causes water accumulation in city streets due to heavy rainfall, overwhelming drainage systems, and poor water management. Excessive runoff from paved streets and the lack of green spaces increase flood risks, disrupt mobility, and damage infrastructure.
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Street art in Brazil
Street art in Panama
Street art in the USA
Street art in Australia
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Furniture in New Zealand
Furniture in France
Public insecurity
The real or perceived lack of safety in public spaces due to crime, inadequate lighting, poor maintenance, or the absence of active social life. This fear discourages use, reducing liveability and social cohesion.
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Rainfalls #climatechange
Road incidents
Refers to accidents or high-risk situations on roads caused by poor design, unclear street layout, high speeds, inadequate signage, lack of crosswalks or unsafe intersections, etc. Street incidents put all types of users at risk, including pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers .
Greenery can be created by ...
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Greenery
Non-commercial parklets
Sidewalk extensions
Tile flipping
Urban gardening
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Crosswalk in Mexico
Crosswalk in Mexico
Crosswalk in England
Crosswalk in Brazil
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Parklet in Germany
Parklets around the world
Parklet in Australia
Parklet in Sweden
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Mobility hubs
Partial street closure
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Speed humps
Street closure
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Space for physical activities can be enhanced by ...
Games
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Partial street closure
Street closure
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High speed streets
Road incidents
Polluted air
Traffic noise
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Street furniture in Sweden
Street furniture in Austria
Street furniture in Brazil
Street furniture in Japan
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Low quality of public space
Traffic noise
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
Social exclusion can be reduced by ...
Social exclusion can be reduced by ...
Designation of disabled parking space
Designation of disabled parking space
Games
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Non-commercial parklets
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Partial street closure
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Street closure
Urban gardening
Urban gardening
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Indoor commerce can be enhanced by ...
Commercial parklets
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
Street furniture
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Low biodiversity
Low polinization
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
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Street Layout
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Permeable pavement
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Low accessibility to public spaces
Public insecurity
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Lack of greenery
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Imprint
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Lack of cycling infrastructure
The absence or insufficiency of dedicated design elements to encourage cycling, such as bike lanes, bike racks, and safe crossings, creates unsafe and uncomfortable conditions for cyclists, leading to accidents and conflicts with motorized traffic. This lack of infrastructure contributes to low cycling rates, as people perceive cycling as dangerous.
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Bike Parking in Sweden
Bike parking in Chile
Bike parking in Italy
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Urban heat island
A phenomenon where urban areas experience higher temperatures due to the high amount of sealed surfaces, such as asphalt and concrete, which absorb and retain heat. The lack of greenery and excessive vehicle emissions further intensify heat retention, reducing comfort and liveability. It disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, such as the elderly.
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Chairs
Pallets
Tables
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Shadow in the USA
Shadow in Portugal
Shadow in Canada
Shadow in Brazil
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Lack of cycling infrastructure
The absence or insufficiency of dedicated design elements to encourage cycling, such as bike lanes, bike racks, and safe crossings, creates unsafe and uncomfortable conditions for cyclists, leading to accidents and conflicts with motorized traffic. This lack of infrastructure contributes to low cycling rates, as people perceive cycling as dangerous.
Urban Elements
Bee Hotels
Dead Wood Wall
Ponds
Stone Walls
Low biodiversity
A limited variety of plant and animal species in cities due to habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and urbanization. The decline of wildlife, such as birds and pollinators, disrupts ecosystems and weakens natural processes (e.g. pollination).
Traffic noise can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Greenery
Partial street closure
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Signage
Speed humps
Street closure
Water features
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Bus lane in the USA
Bus lane in the USA
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Refugee island in India
Refugee island in Brazil
Refugee island in the USA
Refugee island in Ethiopia
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Quality can be enhanced by ...
Games
Greenery
Redesign of the street layout
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street furniture
Tile flipping
Water features
Weather protection
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Imprint
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Lack of cycling infrastructure
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Low sense of community
A weak connection among residents is caused by a lack of social interaction, shared spaces, and collective activities. Poorly designed public spaces discourage social gatherings and limit interaction, leading to isolation, anonymity, and reduced trust among residents.
A limited number of customers or visitors to local businesses could be caused by poor accessibility, lack of attractive public spaces and street activities, competition from large commercial areas, or low walking rates.
Low clientele
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Imprint
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Urban gardening in the USA
Urban gardening in Germany
Urban gardening in Italy
Urban gardening in Italy
Car-dominated streets can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Mobility hubs
Reduction of car lanes
Pollination can be enhanced by ...
Insect friendly furniture
Insect friendly plants
Urban gardening
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Urban Elements
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Construction Wood
Flower Bed
Potting Soil
Vegetable Patch
Game Ideas
Basketball
Chess
Hopscotch
Labyrinth
Minigolf
Soccer
Table Tennis
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Bike Fixing Station
Bike Racks
Shared Bikes
Shared Mopeds
Shared Scooters
Dangerous crossings
Road incidents
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Urban Elements
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Bike Racks
Roofs
Umbrellas
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Street Layout
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Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Meeting points can be created by ...
Commercial parklets
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Designation of disabled parking space
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Benches
Bike Fixing Station
Chairs & Tables
Construction Wood
Hay Bales
Pallets
Pedestals
Umbrellas
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Imprint
Further Topics
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Imprint
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Plants in Italy
Plants in France
Plants in New Zealand
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Green Walls
Small Plants
Trees
Measure Overview
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Imprint
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Feedback
Lack of identity
The absence of distinctive characteristics, cultural expression, or local identity in public spaces makes them feel generic and disconnected from the community. Homogenized design, loss of heritage, and car-oriented planning contribute to spaces that lack uniqueness and fail to foster a sense of belonging.
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Business occupancy can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street closure
Low quality of public spaces
Lack of greenery
Low biodiversity
Rainfalls #climatechange
Traffic noise
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
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Street Layout
Element Guide
City Maps
Information Sign
Mobility Sign
Project Sign
Rule Sign
Speed Limit Sign
Traffic Sign
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Mobility hub in Germany
Mobility hub in the USA
Mobility hub in Germany
Mobility hub in Germany
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Imprint
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Feedback
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Problem Overview
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Imprint
Further Topics
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Low quality of public space
Low citizen participation
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
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Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
More information here
Street Layout
Element Guide
Signage
Traffic Cones
Biodiversity can be enhanced by ...
Greenery
Insect friendly furniture
Insect friendly plants
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Greenery Elements
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Bushes
Flowers
Small Plant
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Ramps
Tape
Traffic Cones
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Insufficient or poorly developed public transport network. Unreliable schedules, limited coverage, and inadequate infrastructure discourages people from using public transport, increasing their reliance on cars.
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Paint
Signage
Sports Flooring
Tape
Fluctuations in high visitor numbers during certain periods of the year are driven by climate, holidays, or events. These variations create challenges for urban infrastructure and mobility, increasing the need to redesign streets to accommodate peak demand while ensuring their functionality during low seasons.
Seasonal tourism
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Street Layout
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Curb Stops
Lights
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Signage
Tape
Low accessibility to public spaces
The physical, social, or economic barriers that limit people's ability to reach and use public spaces, poor infrastructure, and low density further restrict opportunities for social interaction, affecting liveability and inclusivity in cities.
Low quality of public space
Rainfalls #climatechange
Urban Geat Island #climatechange
Lack of space for physical activities
The absence of safe, accessible, and well-designed spaces for exercise, sports, and recreational activities restricts opportunities for movement and negatively impacts public health, social interaction, and well-being.
Public transport restrictions can be bypassed by ...
Bike lanes
Bike parking #micromobility
E-scooter parking #micromobility
Mobility hubs
Reduction of car lanes
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Street Layout
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Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Reflectors
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Traffic cones
Car-dominated streets
City streets are both designed for and dominated by motorized vehicles. The street layout discourages other means of transport (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters), leading to frequent traffic congestion, which degrades public space quality by increasing noise and reducing accessibility for other users.
A high number of vacant or underutilized commercial spaces are due to declining walking rates, high rental costs, economic downturns, poor accessibility, or shifts in consumer behavior. Empty storefronts weaken the local economy, reduce street vitality, discourage investment in local businesses, and contribute to the underutilization of urban spaces.
Low business occupancy
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Street Layout
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Paint
Signage
Stencil
Tape
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Street Layout
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Paint
Stencils
Tape
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Problem Overview
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Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
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Disabled parking space in Colombia
Disabled parking space in Colombia
Public transport restrictions
During the pandemic, the use of public transport (e.g. bus, tram, metro, etc) was considered unsafe and was heavily restricted, leading to increased reliance on cars. Additionally, many cities lacked sufficient active mobility infrastructure, such as cycle lanes and wide sidewalks, further discouraging alternatives to car use.
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Grass
Small Plants
Trees
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Benches
Chairs
Construction Wood
Lights
Pallets
Pedestals
Tables
Umbrellas
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Road incidents
Low quality of public spaces
Seasonal toursim
Traffic noise
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Bike lanes in Germany
Bike lanes in Colombia
Bike lanes in Spain
Bike lanes in Canada
Narrow sidewalks
Lack of meeting points to stay
Low clientele
Seasonal tourism
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment
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Street Layout
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Paint
Signage
Tape
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Car dominated streets
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Road incidents
Traffic noise
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Games in Germany
Games in Kenia
Games in India
Games in Germany
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Flowers
Seeds
Small Plants
Soil
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Street Layout
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Curb Stops
Paint
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Greenery Elements
Apple Tree
Cherry Tree
Cornflower
Fennel
Lavender
Mint
Rosemary
Wallflower
Crossing distance can be reduced by ...
Reduction of car lanes
Refugee islands
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Pop-up market in the USA
Pop-up market in Brazil
Pop-up markets in Malaysia
Pop-up markets in India
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Bike Racks
Lack of greenery
The absence or insufficient presence of vegetation, such as trees and plants. This reduces environmental benefits like shade, air purification, and biodiversity while also diminishing the comfort, usability, and aesthetic appeal of public spaces. A lack of greenery negatively impacts urban heat and mental health and lowers resilience to climate change.
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
City streets with multiple lanes, lacking refuge islands, traffic signals, or marked crosswalks put vulnerable groups - such as children, the elderly, and people with disabilities - at risk. The difficulty and perceived danger of crossing discourage waiting, making cities less pedestrian-friendly.
Car dominated streets
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of greenery
Traffic noise
Cycling infrastructure can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Bike parking #micromobility
Mobility Hubs
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Low quality of public spaces
Poorly designed or neglected public spaces that lack seating, greenery, shade, and activities discourage use and social interaction. The dominance of cars increases noise and pollution, further deteriorating the quality and appeal of these spaces.
High-speed streets can be reduced by ...
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Roundabouts
Signage
Speed humps
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Road incidents
Polluted air
Traffic noise
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Street closure in Canada
Street closure in Chile
Street closure in Germany
Street closure in New Zealand
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Narrow sidewalks can be enhanced by ...
Bike parking #micromobility
Commercial parklets
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Reduction of car lanes
Sidewalk extentions
Street closure
More information here
Urban Elements
Element Guide
Ramps
Lights
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Obstacles on the sidewalk
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Bus stop in India
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
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Car dominated streets
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Car dominated streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Public insecurity
Low access to daily need services
Polluted air
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Urban heat can be reduced by ...
Greenery
Insect friendly furniture
Insect friendly plants
Shadow
Urban gardening
Water features
Weather protection
More information here
Street Layout
Element Guide
Signage
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Parklet in Germany
Parklet in Latvia
Parklet in Australia
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1. Problem
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Car-dominated streets
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
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2. Measures
1. Problem
3. Elements
The circle indicates in which problem categories this measure has an effect on
Car dominated streets can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Mobility hubs
Reduction of car lanes
These are the measures which can reduce car-dominated streets. In this example, we will have a look at the bike lanes. Click there!
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2. Measures
3. Elements
1. Problem
Street Layout
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Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
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Planters
Reflectors
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Traffic cones
Bike lanes contain only elements in the street layout section. Here, you can find the elements you can use to create the measure.
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Mobility
Social Cohesion
Public Space
Local Economy
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the colored circles indicate the categories this measure has an effect on
Insect-friendly furniture
Sidewalk extensions
Bike lanes
Insect-friendly plants
Signage
Bike parking #micromobility
Mobility hubs
Speed humps
Commercial parklets
Non-commercial parklets
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Crosswalks
Partial street closures
Street closures
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Pop-up markets or stores
Street furniture
Designated bus lanes
Redesign of the street layout
Tile flipping
Designated bus stops
Reduction of car lanes
Urban gardening
Designation of disabled parking space
Refugee islands
Water features
E-scooter parking #micromobility
Water management
Roundabouts
Games
Weather protection
Shadow
Greenery
Mobility
Social Cohesion
Public Space
Local Economy
Environment
Problems
Car-dominated streets
Lack of meeting points to stay
Low clientele
Dangerous crossings
Low business occupancy
Lack of playgrounds
High-speed streets
Seasonal tourism
Lack of space for physical activities
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Restricted indoor commerce
Low accessibility to public spaces
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Lack of greenery
Low quality of public spaces
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Low biodiversity
Public insecurity
Low walkability
Low citizen participation
Low pollination
Narrow sidewalks
Air pollution
Low sense of community
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Lack of permeable surfaces
Lack of identity
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Traffic noise
Social exclusion
Road incidents
Urban heat island
Low access to daily need services
Mobility
Social Cohesion
Public Space
Local Economy
Environment
Click on one of the problems to find fitting measures
Car-dominated streets
Dangerous crossings
High-speed streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Obstacles on the sidewalk
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Road incidents
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Public Space
Mobility
Social Cohesion
Local Economy
Environment
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Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low quality of public spaces
Public insecurity
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Social Cohesion
Mobility
Public Space
Local Economy
Environment
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Low citizen participation
Low sense of community
Lack of identity
Social exclusion
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Local Economy
Mobility
Social Cohesion
Public Space
Environment
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Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low business occupancy
Seasonal tourism
Restricted indoor commerce
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Environment
Mobility
Social Cohesion
Public Space
Local Economy
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Lack of greenery
Low biodiversity
Low pollination
Air pollution
Lack of permeable surfaces
Traffic noise
Urban heat island
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Mobility
Social Cohesion
Public Space
Local Economy
Environment
Bike Lanes
... can solve these problems
= Temporary or long-term introduction of a bike lane separated from traffic. Encourages cycling and improves safety.
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Bike Parking #micromobility
... can solve these problems
= Designated areas and furniture to lock bikes (including cargo bikes). Encourages cycling and improves safety.
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Commercial Parklets
... can solve these problems
= Seating areas in front of cafes or restaurants on parking spaces to increase the number of guests and support local businesses.
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Crosswalks
... can solve these problems
= Highlighted road crossings to improve safety and reduce stress while crossing the street.
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Curb Extension (Gateway/Pinchpoint)
... can solve these problems
= Extension of the sidewalk next to an intersection (gateway) or in the middle of a block (pinchpoint). Reduces pedestrian crossing distance, creates more visibility and cars are encouraged to slow down while turning.
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Designated Bus Lanes
... can solve these problems
= Car lane closure to allow buses to pass by the traffic faster. Encourages public transport use.
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Designated Bus Stops
... can solve these problems
= New bus stops in neglected areas to extend the public transport network and encourage public transport use. Implies wider strategy to get in touch with bus transport authorities.
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Designation of Disabled Parking Space
... can solve these problems
= Designated parking spots for disabled people next to the point of interest to enhance inclusive accessibility.
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E-Scooter Parking #micromobility
... can solve these problems
= Designated areas to park e-scooters, encouraging micromobility and reducing car ownership.
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Games
... can solve these problems
= Public games e.g. ping-pong, basketball, football, to encourage social interaction and physical activities in urban spaces.
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Greenery
... can solve these problems
= Different types of greenery e.g. trees, bushes, small plants, to enhance the urban quality and environmental burdens.
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Insect-Friendly Furniture
... can solve these problems
= Furniture that supports insects like bees, butterflies, or dragonflies in creating shelters and nesting spaces.
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Insect-Friendly Plants
... can solve these problems
= Plants that provide food or shelter for insects like bees, butterflies, or dragonflies. They produce nectar or pollen and are essential for a rich biodiversity.
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Greenery Elements
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Mobility Hubs
... can solve these problems
= Create space for micromobility vehicles like bikes, scooters, and cargo bikes to support active and sustainable mobility. Can also be combined with sharing vehicles and public transport. Contact with the providers may bring incentives like vouchers or free time of use.
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Non-Commercial Parklets
... can solve these problems
= Seating areas or mini-parks on former parking spaces to enhance social and recreational activities.
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Greenery Elements
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Partial Street Closure
... can solve these problems
= Streets with restricted vehicle access. Over a certain time period (daily, over few weeks), with limited speed (walking speed ~10 kmh), or only access for delivery vehicles. Allows citizens to get back some space for recreational activities and social interactions.
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Pop-Up Markets or Stores
... can solve these problems
= Temporary retail or market spaces to reactivate public spaces and support local businesses.
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Urban Elements
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Redesign of the Street Layout
... can solve these problems
= Adding street markings can enhance clarity while driving, reduce driving speed, and enhance the security perception of vulnerable street users. The redesign also uses redistribution of space to create narrow streets or chicanes.
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Reduction of Car Lanes
... can solve these problems
= Reducing the number of car lanes to create space for public spaces, bike lanes, sidewalk extensions, bus lanes, or other measures.
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Refugee Islands
... can solve these problems
= Mid-road safety zones for pedestrians to reduce the crossing time and stress level of pedestrians and expecially for disatvantaged citizens.
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Roundabouts
... can solve these problems
= Replacing complex intersections with roundabouts to enhance safety for all road users.
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Shadow
... can solve these problems
= Shade-providing furniture to increase safety from urban heat e.g. with awnings or umbrellas.
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Sidewalk Extensions
... can solve these problems
= Temporary or long-term widening of the sidewalk area to increase public space. Allows to add greenery, seating or to extend the outside area of a café.
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Signage
... can solve these problems
= Can offer information about the surroundings (e.g. for tourists), the project taking place, or highlight the current speed limits.
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Speed Humps
... can solve these problems
= Traffic calming measure to force car drivers to slow down in certain areas.
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Street Art (Mural/Asphalt Art)
... can solve these problems
= Decorative wall art (e.g. murals) or street paintings to enhance public spaces. Improves urban aesthetics and gives back cultural pride.
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Street Closure
... can solve these problems
= Streets that are closed for all types of vehicles except emergency vehicles. Allows citizens to get back some space for recreational activities and social interactions.
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Street Furniture
... can solve these problems
= Benches, tables, awnings, and other furniture enhances the quality of public spaces and the liveability.
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Urban Elements
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Urban Gardening
... can solve these problems
= Community gardens to promote local food production, biodiversity and enhance social cohesion in neighbourhoods.
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Water Features
... can solve these problems
= Fountains, waterfalls or misting systems to cool down the surroundings and improve urban air quality. Offers interaction with the water and leads to a higher quality of public space.
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Mobility
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Water Management
... can solve these problems
= More important in times of climate change. Planters and greenery can store water, permeable sidewalks can reduce sudden amounts of water.
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Weather Protection
... can solve these problems
= Greenery, awnings or big umbrellas can offer shelter from heavy rainfalls or intense sunlight. Walls can protect from winds.
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Tile Flipping
... can solve these problems
= Removal of sidewalk tiles to create space for plants and enhance the permeability of the surface. This can lead to a lower risk of floods.
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Concrete Barrier
Barricades
Traffic Paint
Paint
Metal Barrier
Acrylic Paint
Plastic Barrier
Corn Starch Paint
Wood Barrier
Chalk Paint
Bollards
Metal Bollard
Permeable Pavement
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Plastic Bollard
Metal Planters
Planters
Concrete Stop
Plastic Planters
Curb stops
Tire Planters
Plastic Stop
Rope Stop
Wood Planters
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Ramps
Reflectors
Signs
Stencils
Street Art
Tape
Traffic Tape
Duct Tape
Traffic Cones
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Benches
Fabric
Flower Bed
Bike Fixing Station
Boxes with lock
Water Fountain
Bike Racks
Fountain
Racks with roof
Drinking Water
Simple Racks
Garlands
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Bus shelter
Hay Bales
Chairs
Lights
Construction Wood
Mist Generators
Crates
Pallets
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Pedestals
Pool
Vegetable Patch
Vegetable Patch
Potting Soil
Water Playground
Roofs
Sculpturous Art
Shared Bikes/Mopeds/Scooters
Speed Humps
Tables
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Bushes
Trees
Climbing Plants
Vegetables
Flowers
Wanderbaumallee
Synthetic Grass
Grass
Turf Grass
Green walls
Hedges
Seeds
Small Plants
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Let us know which urban problem your city is facing and we will try to find a measure to help you tackle it. Then we will include it in our database.
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Street Experiment Planning Tool Status: 03/2025
Authors: Sarah Franke | sarah_mareike.franke@tum.de Ana Rivas de Gante | ana.rivas@tum.de
Technische Universität München TUM School of Engineering and Design Lehrstuhl für Siedlungsstruktur und Verkehrsplanung Arcisstraße 21 80333 München
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Communication and Participation
When creating the concept of a street experiment, the citizen’s engagement can ensure that certain problems or wishes of residents emerge that would not have been considered before. Even if the framework of the project has already been determined, the dialog with residents, especially when interviewing different age groups, can determine the project's finer details. Other means of communication can include leaflets, surveys, info posters, online posts, or press releases. During the intervention, information posters or mailboxes can be set up to provide information about the project and collect any kind of feedback. In the case of a recurring project, the feedback can be incorporated into the next implementation in order to track changes in the citizen’s perception of the experiment.
Programming
Programming includes locally implemented activities to give citizens the opportunity to use the created public space for more than a chat with friends or a lunch break and improves the perception and engagement of such interventions. Activities like markets, workshops, or even the concept of play streets can bring life to the gained public spaces. Piazza Zenetti, which opened for the first time in 2018 and is located in Munich, uses activities like a book exchange shelf, an idea wall for new programming ideas, or an event stage for yoga sessions or small music concerts.
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Public insecurity can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
Mobility hubs
Sidewalk extensions
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Semi-permanent implementation of water management in low-traffic neighbourhoods in London
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Dangerous crossings can be enhanced by ...
Crosswalks
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Refugee islands
Roundabouts
Signage
More information here
Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Trees
Climbing Plants
Identity can be enhanced by ...
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
More information here
Urban Elements
Element Guide
Awnings/Umbrellas
Benches
Chairs
Crates
Fountain
Hay Bales
Pallets
Tables
Sidewalks can be enhanced by ...
Bike parking #micromobility
Curb extensions (Gateway/Pinchpoint)
E-scooter parking #micromobility
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extentions
Street closure
Traffic noise
The excessive and continuous sound generated by vehicles, including engines, horns, and tire friction, in city streets. Car-dominated streets lead to increased noise levels, negatively impacting stress and mental health and disrupting daily life by discouraging social interactions and outdoor activities.
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Signage in Germany
Signage in Australia
Signage in the USA
Signage in the USA
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
E-scooter parking in Sweden
Tile flipping project in Rotterdam during Remaking The Street Summer School in 2022.
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Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low quality of public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of community
Social exclusion
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Further Literature
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More information here
Urban Elements
Element Guide
Basketball & Basket
Chess figures
Mini Golf Course
Ping-Pong Table
Soccerball & Gates
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Wanderbaumallee in Germany
Grass in Japan
Greenery in Italy
Greenery in Italy
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Urban Elements
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Fountain
Mist Generators
Pool
Water Playground
What is it for?
The tool was created to support cities, organizations, and society in planning and creating street experiments on their own. The problem-solution approach offers a variety of measures and elements that can be combined in one street experiment to counteract the existing problem in the respective city. This tool offers a browsing function on what is possible. Further information on how to set up the various measures will be linked on the page of further literature. By offering differentiation in materials and types of elements in the element guide, every street experiment can be planned based on individual needs and funding of the project.
Accessibility can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
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Permeable surfaces can be created by ...
Greenery
Tile flipping
Water management
Weather protection
More information here
Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Grass
Trees
More information here
Street Layout
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Paint
Signage
Stencils
Tape
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Extended sidewalks in Brazil
Extended sidewalks in Spain
Extended sidewalks in Brazil
Extended sidewalks in Brazil
Road incidents can be reduced by ...
Crosswalks
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Roundabouts
Signage
Speed humps
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Element Guide
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Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidwalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Social exclusion
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Polluted air
Traffic noise
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These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Weather protection in Canada
Dangerous crossings
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Dangerous crossings
Intersections and crossings with a high number of accidents or risk situations for all road users. The street layout, lack of street marking, signage, and high speed contribute to unsafe conditions and discourage alternative mobility (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters).
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Walkability can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Bike parking #micromobility
Partial street closure
Reduction of car lanes
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
High speed streets
The street layout encourages vehicles to drive faster, increasing the risk of accidents, noise and air pollution. These streets often prioritize motorized vehicles and discourage alternative mobility (e.g. cycling, walking, e-scooters) due to a lack of traffic-calming measures and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
Playgrounds can be created by ...
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Reflectors
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Traffic Cones
Access to daily need services can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Mobility hubs
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street closure
Measure Overview
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Further Topics
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Greenery Elements
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Bushes
Climbing Plants
Flowers
Grass
Green Walls
Hedges
Small Plants
Trees/Wanderbaumallee
Low biodiversity
Low polinization
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Additional Traffic Lights
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Reflectors
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Speed humps in Australia
Speed humps in Mexico
Speed humps in Sweden
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Obstacles on the sidewalk
Physical barriers obstructing pedestrian traffic caused by parked vehicles, micro mobility vehicles, or other obstacles such as poles, street furniture, or overgrown vegetation. The obstructions make walking unsafe and uncomfortable, often forcing pedestrians to step onto the street, increasing their risk of accidents.
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Further Topics
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More information here
Street Layout
Element Guide
Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Reflectors
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Street closure in Brazil
Street closure in Brazil
Street closure in China
Street closure in the USA
Public infrastructure can be enhanced by ...
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
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Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Low access to daily need services
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Seasonal tourism
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Low walkability
City streets are poorly designed for pedestrians, making walking inconvenient, unsafe, and uncomfortable. Sidewalks and other infrastructure—such as crosswalks, pedestrian signals, and shaded pathways—play a crucial role in encouraging walkability. The absence of sidewalks, narrow or discontinuous sidewalks, unsafe crossings, and poorly maintained infrastructure, such as cracked pavements or obstructed sidewalks (e.g., by parked e-scooters), create barriers for pedestrians, making streets less accessible and pedestrian-friendly.
Clientele can be enhanced by ...
Commercial parklets
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Partial street closure
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Sense of community can be enhanced by ...
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Urban gardening
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Greenery Elements
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Bushes
Flowers
Grass
Green Walls
Small Plants
Trees/Wanderbaumallee
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Urban Elements
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Speed Humps
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Street Layout
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Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Road incidents
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Reduced car lanes in New Zealand
Reduced car lanes in Brazil
Reduced car lanes in Turkey
Reduced car lanes in Spain
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Lack of meeting points to stay
The absence of well-designed, accessible, and inviting public spaces (e.g. parks, plazas, playgrounds, etc.) for people to gather, socialize, or rest due to car-oriented cities, which prioritize movement over social interaction. This lack of spaces, including seating, shade, greenery, and amenities, negatively impacts liveability and social cohesion, making cities less inclusive and comfortable.
Narrow sidewalks
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of community
Social exclusion
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Lack of greenery
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Mist generator in Austria
Pool in Austria
Air pollution
Emissions from vehicles, industries, and other urban activities release harmful substances into the air, leading to poor air quality. This affects respiratory health, reduces outdoor activities and social interactions, and contributes to environmental issues like urban heat islands and reduced biodiversity.
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Urban Elements
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Benches
Chairs
Crates
Lights
Pallets
Ramps
Tables
Umbrellas
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Urban Elements
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Bike Racks
Bus Shelter
Display
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Stencil
Tape
Traffic Cones
Low quality of public space
Public insecurity
Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Social exclusion
Low clientele
Seasonal tourism
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Lack of space for physical activities
Low accessibility to public spaces
Low citizen participation
Low sense of identity
Social exclusion
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Polluted air
Traffic noise
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Trees
Low pollination
The reduced transfer of pollen between plants is caused by the decline of pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds, resulting from habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and urbanization.
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Traffic Cones
Low citizens participation
Limited or absent involvement of residents in decisions affecting their street, neighbourhood, and city, leading to urban interventions that do not reflect their needs. This exclusion weakens space ownership and engagement and lowers the acceptance and use of public interventions.
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Paint
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Reflectors
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
Narrow sidewalks
Sidewalks that are not wide enough to accommodate pedestrian traffic make walking uncomfortable and create accessibility challenges, especially for people with strollers, wheelchairs, or mobility aids. They may be further obstructed by street furniture, poles, or parked vehicles (e.g., cars, e-scooters, bikes, etc.).
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Imprint
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Lack of playgrounds
The absence of safe, accessible, and well-designed play areas for children and adults restricts opportunities for physical activity, social interaction, and having fun.
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Trees
More information here
Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Flowers
Grass
Small plants
More information here
Street Layout
Element Guide
Barricades
Paint
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Curb extension in Portugal
Curb extension in India
Curb extension in Mexico
Curb extension in Ethiopia
Lack of meeting points to stay
Low accessibility to public spaces
Social exclusion
Low access to daily need services
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New street design in the USA
New street design in Colombia
New street design in India
New street design in Colombia
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Social exclusion
The unequal access to public spaces, services, and decision-making processes due to economic, social, or physical barriers deepens disparities and increases the marginalization of disadvantaged communities. Factors such as inadequate infrastructure, discrimination, and car-dominated urban planning prevent equal participation in urban life.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, enclosed spaces became unsafe, forcing restaurants, bars, and shops to close temporarily. This highlighted the need for outdoor spaces to safely host these activities, sustain local businesses, and support economic resilience.
Restricted indoor commerce
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Car dominated streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Low walkability
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Low accessibility to public spaces
Public insecurity
Low access to daily need services
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Traffic noise
Low access to daily need services
The limited availability or difficulty in reaching essential urban functions - living, working, education, healthcare, supply (e.g., food), and entertainment (Moreno et al., 2021) - within a short distance due to poor infrastructure, long travel times, and inadequate transportation options, reducing quality of life and local economic resilience.
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Urban Elements
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Awnings
Fabric
Tents
Umbrellas
Low citizen participation
Low sense of community
Social exclusion
Lack of greenery
Low polinization
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
Low quality of public space
Low citizen participation
Lack of greenery
Lack of permeable surfaces
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Grass
Small Plants
Trees
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
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Seasonal tourism can be handled by ...
Commercial parklets
Non-commercial parklets
Pop-up markets or stores
Redesign of the street layout
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Dangerous crossings
Intersections and crossings with a high number of accidents or risk situations for all road users. The street layout, lack of street marking, signage, and high speed contribute to unsafe conditions and discourage alternative mobility (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters).
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Flowers
Seeds
Small Plants
Vegetables
Citizen participation can be enhanced by ...
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Street furniture
Tile flipping
Urban gardening
Get back to the explanation
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Imprint
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Roundabout in Brazil
Roundabout in the USA
Roundabout in Colombia
High-speed streets
The street layout encourages vehicles to drive faster, increasing the risk of accidents, noise and air pollution. These streets often prioritize motorized vehicles and discourage alternative mobility (e.g. cycling, walking, e-scooters) due to a lack of traffic-calming measures and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
Car dominated streets
City streets are both designed for and dominated by motorized vehicles. The street layout discourages other means of transport (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters), leading to frequent traffic congestion, which degrades public space quality by increasing noise and reducing accessibility for other users.
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
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Street Layout
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Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Lack of permeable surfaces
The lack of permeable surfaces causes water accumulation in city streets due to heavy rainfall, overwhelming drainage systems, and poor water management. Excessive runoff from paved streets and the lack of green spaces increase flood risks, disrupt mobility, and damage infrastructure.
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Street art in Brazil
Street art in Panama
Street art in the USA
Street art in Australia
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Furniture in New Zealand
Furniture in France
Public insecurity
The real or perceived lack of safety in public spaces due to crime, inadequate lighting, poor maintenance, or the absence of active social life. This fear discourages use, reducing liveability and social cohesion.
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Rainfalls #climatechange
Road incidents
Refers to accidents or high-risk situations on roads caused by poor design, unclear street layout, high speeds, inadequate signage, lack of crosswalks or unsafe intersections, etc. Street incidents put all types of users at risk, including pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers .
Greenery can be created by ...
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Greenery
Non-commercial parklets
Sidewalk extensions
Tile flipping
Urban gardening
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Crosswalk in Mexico
Crosswalk in Mexico
Crosswalk in England
Crosswalk in Brazil
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Parklet in Germany
Parklets around the world
Parklet in Australia
Parklet in Sweden
Air pollution can be reduced by ...
Mobility hubs
Partial street closure
Signage
Speed humps
Street closure
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How does it work?
buttons
shapes
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Space for physical activities can be enhanced by ...
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Street closure
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Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Signage
Tape
Traffic Cones
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Problem Overview
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Imprint
Further Topics
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Feedback
More information here
Street Layout
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Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Signage
Stencils
Tape
High speed streets
Road incidents
Polluted air
Traffic noise
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Street furniture in Sweden
Street furniture in Austria
Street furniture in Brazil
Street furniture in Japan
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Low quality of public space
Traffic noise
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
Social exclusion can be reduced by ...
Social exclusion can be reduced by ...
Designation of disabled parking space
Designation of disabled parking space
Games
Games
Non-commercial parklets
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Partial street closure
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street closure
Street closure
Urban gardening
Urban gardening
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Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
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Indoor commerce can be enhanced by ...
Commercial parklets
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
Street furniture
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Imprint
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Low biodiversity
Low polinization
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Permeable pavement
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of playgrounds
Low accessibility to public spaces
Public insecurity
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Lack of greenery
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Imprint
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Lack of cycling infrastructure
The absence or insufficiency of dedicated design elements to encourage cycling, such as bike lanes, bike racks, and safe crossings, creates unsafe and uncomfortable conditions for cyclists, leading to accidents and conflicts with motorized traffic. This lack of infrastructure contributes to low cycling rates, as people perceive cycling as dangerous.
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Bike Parking in Sweden
Bike parking in Chile
Bike parking in Italy
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Urban heat island
A phenomenon where urban areas experience higher temperatures due to the high amount of sealed surfaces, such as asphalt and concrete, which absorb and retain heat. The lack of greenery and excessive vehicle emissions further intensify heat retention, reducing comfort and liveability. It disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, such as the elderly.
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Chairs
Pallets
Tables
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Shadow in the USA
Shadow in Portugal
Shadow in Canada
Shadow in Brazil
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Lack of cycling infrastructure
The absence or insufficiency of dedicated design elements to encourage cycling, such as bike lanes, bike racks, and safe crossings, creates unsafe and uncomfortable conditions for cyclists, leading to accidents and conflicts with motorized traffic. This lack of infrastructure contributes to low cycling rates, as people perceive cycling as dangerous.
Urban Elements
Bee Hotels
Dead Wood Wall
Ponds
Stone Walls
Low biodiversity
A limited variety of plant and animal species in cities due to habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and urbanization. The decline of wildlife, such as birds and pollinators, disrupts ecosystems and weakens natural processes (e.g. pollination).
Traffic noise can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Greenery
Partial street closure
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Signage
Speed humps
Street closure
Water features
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Bus lane in the USA
Bus lane in the USA
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Refugee island in India
Refugee island in Brazil
Refugee island in the USA
Refugee island in Ethiopia
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Quality can be enhanced by ...
Games
Greenery
Redesign of the street layout
Street art (mural/asphalt art)
Street furniture
Tile flipping
Water features
Weather protection
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Lack of cycling infrastructure
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Low sense of community
A weak connection among residents is caused by a lack of social interaction, shared spaces, and collective activities. Poorly designed public spaces discourage social gatherings and limit interaction, leading to isolation, anonymity, and reduced trust among residents.
A limited number of customers or visitors to local businesses could be caused by poor accessibility, lack of attractive public spaces and street activities, competition from large commercial areas, or low walking rates.
Low clientele
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Urban gardening in the USA
Urban gardening in Germany
Urban gardening in Italy
Urban gardening in Italy
Car-dominated streets can be reduced by ...
Bike lanes
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Mobility hubs
Reduction of car lanes
Pollination can be enhanced by ...
Insect friendly furniture
Insect friendly plants
Urban gardening
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Construction Wood
Flower Bed
Potting Soil
Vegetable Patch
Game Ideas
Basketball
Chess
Hopscotch
Labyrinth
Minigolf
Soccer
Table Tennis
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Bike Fixing Station
Bike Racks
Shared Bikes
Shared Mopeds
Shared Scooters
Dangerous crossings
Road incidents
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Bike Racks
Roofs
Umbrellas
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Meeting points can be created by ...
Commercial parklets
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Designation of disabled parking space
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Sidewalk extensions
Street closure
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Benches
Bike Fixing Station
Chairs & Tables
Construction Wood
Hay Bales
Pallets
Pedestals
Umbrellas
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Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
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Problem Overview
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Imprint
Further Topics
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Plants in Italy
Plants in France
Plants in New Zealand
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Green Walls
Small Plants
Trees
Measure Overview
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Imprint
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Lack of identity
The absence of distinctive characteristics, cultural expression, or local identity in public spaces makes them feel generic and disconnected from the community. Homogenized design, loss of heritage, and car-oriented planning contribute to spaces that lack uniqueness and fail to foster a sense of belonging.
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Business occupancy can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Designated bus lanes
Designated bus stops
Partial street closure
Pop-up markets or stores
Street closure
Low quality of public spaces
Lack of greenery
Low biodiversity
Rainfalls #climatechange
Traffic noise
Urban Heat Island #climatechange
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Street Layout
Element Guide
City Maps
Information Sign
Mobility Sign
Project Sign
Rule Sign
Speed Limit Sign
Traffic Sign
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Mobility hub in Germany
Mobility hub in the USA
Mobility hub in Germany
Mobility hub in Germany
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Imprint
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Problem Overview
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Imprint
Further Topics
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Low quality of public space
Low citizen participation
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment #pandemic
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
More information here
Street Layout
Element Guide
Signage
Traffic Cones
Biodiversity can be enhanced by ...
Greenery
Insect friendly furniture
Insect friendly plants
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Bushes
Flowers
Small Plant
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Barricades
Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Ramps
Tape
Traffic Cones
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Insufficient or poorly developed public transport network. Unreliable schedules, limited coverage, and inadequate infrastructure discourages people from using public transport, increasing their reliance on cars.
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Paint
Signage
Sports Flooring
Tape
Fluctuations in high visitor numbers during certain periods of the year are driven by climate, holidays, or events. These variations create challenges for urban infrastructure and mobility, increasing the need to redesign streets to accommodate peak demand while ensuring their functionality during low seasons.
Seasonal tourism
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Street Layout
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Curb Stops
Lights
Paint
Signage
Tape
Low accessibility to public spaces
The physical, social, or economic barriers that limit people's ability to reach and use public spaces, poor infrastructure, and low density further restrict opportunities for social interaction, affecting liveability and inclusivity in cities.
Low quality of public space
Rainfalls #climatechange
Urban Geat Island #climatechange
Lack of space for physical activities
The absence of safe, accessible, and well-designed spaces for exercise, sports, and recreational activities restricts opportunities for movement and negatively impacts public health, social interaction, and well-being.
Public transport restrictions can be bypassed by ...
Bike lanes
Bike parking #micromobility
E-scooter parking #micromobility
Mobility hubs
Reduction of car lanes
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Street Layout
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Bollards
Curb Stops
Paint
Planters
Reflectors
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Traffic cones
Car-dominated streets
City streets are both designed for and dominated by motorized vehicles. The street layout discourages other means of transport (e.g., cycling, walking, e-scooters), leading to frequent traffic congestion, which degrades public space quality by increasing noise and reducing accessibility for other users.
A high number of vacant or underutilized commercial spaces are due to declining walking rates, high rental costs, economic downturns, poor accessibility, or shifts in consumer behavior. Empty storefronts weaken the local economy, reduce street vitality, discourage investment in local businesses, and contribute to the underutilization of urban spaces.
Low business occupancy
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Paint
Signage
Stencil
Tape
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Street Layout
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Paint
Stencils
Tape
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Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
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Disabled parking space in Colombia
Disabled parking space in Colombia
Public transport restrictions
During the pandemic, the use of public transport (e.g. bus, tram, metro, etc) was considered unsafe and was heavily restricted, leading to increased reliance on cars. Additionally, many cities lacked sufficient active mobility infrastructure, such as cycle lanes and wide sidewalks, further discouraging alternatives to car use.
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Grass
Small Plants
Trees
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Benches
Chairs
Construction Wood
Lights
Pallets
Pedestals
Tables
Umbrellas
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Road incidents
Low quality of public spaces
Seasonal toursim
Traffic noise
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Bike lanes in Germany
Bike lanes in Colombia
Bike lanes in Spain
Bike lanes in Canada
Narrow sidewalks
Lack of meeting points to stay
Low clientele
Seasonal tourism
Unsafe to meet in a closed environment
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Paint
Signage
Tape
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Car dominated streets
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
Low walkability
Narrow sidewalks
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Road incidents
Traffic noise
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Games in Germany
Games in Kenia
Games in India
Games in Germany
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Greenery Elements
Element Guide
Flowers
Seeds
Small Plants
Soil
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Street Layout
Element Guide
Curb Stops
Paint
Signage
Stencils
Tape
Greenery Elements
Apple Tree
Cherry Tree
Cornflower
Fennel
Lavender
Mint
Rosemary
Wallflower
Crossing distance can be reduced by ...
Reduction of car lanes
Refugee islands
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Pop-up market in the USA
Pop-up market in Brazil
Pop-up markets in Malaysia
Pop-up markets in India
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Urban Elements
Element Guide
Bike Racks
Lack of greenery
The absence or insufficient presence of vegetation, such as trees and plants. This reduces environmental benefits like shade, air purification, and biodiversity while also diminishing the comfort, usability, and aesthetic appeal of public spaces. A lack of greenery negatively impacts urban heat and mental health and lowers resilience to climate change.
Long crossing distance for pedestrians
City streets with multiple lanes, lacking refuge islands, traffic signals, or marked crosswalks put vulnerable groups - such as children, the elderly, and people with disabilities - at risk. The difficulty and perceived danger of crossing discourage waiting, making cities less pedestrian-friendly.
Car dominated streets
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Narrow sidewalks
Obstacles on the sidewalk
Lack of meeting points to stay
Lack of greenery
Traffic noise
Cycling infrastructure can be enhanced by ...
Bike lanes
Bike parking #micromobility
Mobility Hubs
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
Further Literature
Feedback
Low quality of public spaces
Poorly designed or neglected public spaces that lack seating, greenery, shade, and activities discourage use and social interaction. The dominance of cars increases noise and pollution, further deteriorating the quality and appeal of these spaces.
High-speed streets can be reduced by ...
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Redesign of the street layout
Reduction of car lanes
Roundabouts
Signage
Speed humps
Dangerous crossings
High speed streets
Road incidents
Polluted air
Traffic noise
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Street closure in Canada
Street closure in Chile
Street closure in Germany
Street closure in New Zealand
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Narrow sidewalks can be enhanced by ...
Bike parking #micromobility
Commercial parklets
Curb extensions (gateway/pinchpoint)
Non-commercial parklets
Partial street closure
Reduction of car lanes
Sidewalk extentions
Street closure
More information here
Urban Elements
Element Guide
Ramps
Lights
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Obstacles on the sidewalk
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Bus stop in India
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Car dominated streets
Lack of public transport infrastructure
Low access to daily need services
Low clientele
Low occupancy rates in commercial areas
Car dominated streets
Lack of cycling infrastructure
Public transport restrictions #pandemic
Public insecurity
Low access to daily need services
Polluted air
Measure Overview
Problem Overview
Element Guide
Imprint
Further Topics
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Urban heat can be reduced by ...
Greenery
Insect friendly furniture
Insect friendly plants
Shadow
Urban gardening
Water features
Weather protection
More information here
Street Layout
Element Guide
Signage
These links lead you to different realized street experiments on the SET Instagram page
Parklet in Germany
Parklet in Latvia
Parklet in Australia
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