Introducing Planning Concepts to Nonplanners

This video describes some of the characteristics that contribute to a great city street, which differs based on local climate, culture, architecture, and activities. It provides a basic introduction to urban design by exploring city streets, one of the most essential elements of a city. It briefly introduces concepts such as walkability and street connectivity. This video is helpful for nonplanners because it shows how urban planning can ensure urban design is consistent or complementary across a city. The examples shown in the video are all from European cities, but the design characteristics are applicable to most urban environments.