Module 4.4 (MIdterms)

Transit Oriented Development

Creates a walkable, mixed use communities around punnlic transport stations

Transit Oriented Development

Reduce auto dependency, promotes transit ridership, and improves traffic congestion, air quality, and carbon emissions.

Peter Calthorpe

An Urban planner and architect renowned for his/her work in sustainable urban design.

Peter Calthorpe

Focus on integrating land use and transportation has earned him/her recognition as a leading advocate for livable, transit friendly communities.

Jane Jacobs

Who wrote the “The death and life of greate American Citties”

Jane Jacobs

Advocate for community driven, mixed use neighborhoods.

Jeffrey Tumlin

A transportation planner and author known for his/her expertise in creating sustainable, transit oriented urban environments.

Promoting sustainable Transportation

Providing transportation option that takes into consideration the optimal use of resources and their conservation

Compact Urban Form

creating dense, mixed use developments around transit hubs to maximize land use efficiency and reduce urban sprawl

Enhancing Accessibility

Improving access to public transportation services by strategically locating developments near transit nodes.

Walkability anf Pedestrian Friendly

Creating walkable neighborhoods that prioritize easy access to amenities, services, and public transportation by foor. 

Mixed use zoning

Promoting mixed use zoning developemt to create dynamic communities that cater to various needs around the clock.

Affordability and housing options

offering various hpusing options to support diverse income levels and foster social inclusivity within communities.

Walk

Emphasize creating pedestrian friendly environments within the transit oriented developemtn. This involves designing well connected sidewalks, crisswalks, and pedestrian pathways to encourage walking as a primary mode of transportation

Cycle

Includes proviving dedicated bike lanes, secure bike storge facilities, and integrated bike sharing rograms.

Connect

emphasizes creating connection between various modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, and pedestrian pathways. seamless connectivity entrances the overall accessibility of the transit oriented development

transit

Focusing on integrating and priotizing public transportation infrastructure. this involves strategically locating transit hubs, such as tran stations or bus stops, to serve as focal points for deevlopment

Density

Involves increasing the population density within the transit oriented development. higher density supports the economic vitabilityof public transportation, creates a critical mass of users, and maximize land use efficiency.

Mix

By integrating residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, TOD creates dinamic, 24/7 communities

Compact

Focuses on minimizing urban sprawl by designing developments that are compact and efficiency use available land. It helps to reduce the need for extensive infrastructures.

Shift

By providing convenient access to public transportation, walking, and cycling options, TOD seeks to change the way people travel.

Singapore

is known for its comprehensive approach to TOD, integrating efficient public transportation with high density developments. The city-state created transit oriented neighborhoods with a diverse mix of ameneties, housing, and green space.

Curitaba

Is often hailed as a pioneer in TOD. The city implemented a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system that integrates seamlessly with land use planning.

Tokyo Japan

exemplifies a city with extensive transit-oriented development. The city's rail and subway network is complemented by high-density, mixed-use developments around transit stations. This has resulted in a highly efficient and well-connected urban environment

Urban Pattern

refers to the spatial arrangment and layout of various elements within an urban area.

Urban Morphology

refers to the study and analysis of the physical form, sstructure, andlayout of urban areas.

Street Patterns

The organization and layout of streets, including their width, orientation, and connectivity, play a crucial role in urban morphology

Building types and styles

The architectural characteristics of buildings, including their types, styles, and heights, contribute to the visual identity of the urban landscape.

Land Use Pattern

The allocation of land for different purposes, such as residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational, influences the urban morphology.

Open Spaces

Considers the distribution and design of open spaces, including parks, plazas, and green areas.

Historical Evolution

Examining the historical development of urban areas helps understand how cities have evolved over time.

Transportation Network

The layout and efficiency of transportation infrastructure, including roads, public transit systems, and pedestrian pathways

Grid Pattern

Streets intersect at right angle, forming a network of squares or rectangles. This geometric layout is often associated with planned cities and facilities straightforward navigation

Radial Pattern

features a central point from which streets radiate outward, creating a spoke like arrangement.

Linear Pattern

Involves the organization of streets and structures along a linear axis, often following natural deatures like rivers or topography contours.

Irregular Pattern

These patterns often results from historical development without centralized planning.

Circular pattern

This design is common in cities that have expanded outward from a central core, with each ring representing a different phase of development.

Grid Pattern

This geometric layout is often associated with planned cities and facilities straightforward navigation

Star Pattern

Thi design is less common but can be found in cities with multiple historical cores.

Star Pattern

involves radiating outwards from multiple central points, creating a star like configuration.

Maze Pattern

Consists of a complex network of interconnected streets, alleys, and pathways

Maze Pattern

It often reflects historical development and can be found in older parts of cities where streets evolved over time

Echelon Pattern

This design can be visually interesting and is often employed in planned development to break away from traditional grid layout

Echelon Pattern

Streets are arranged in a staggered, diagonal manner.