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Around the Bay-Part Two

Lake Merritt, Oakland, near City Center

Lake Merritt Bart Station

Waltz Across Texas

This post orginally appeared on RGordonArchitect, the architecture and design blog of Chicago-based architect Robert Gordon.

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River walk birdseye

Shared Spaces: 4 Cities/4 Plans for Pedestrian, Cycling Safety

This post orginally appeared on RGordonArchitect, the architecture and design blog of Chicago-based architect Robert Gordon.

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Rue de Rennes Work Complete, Paris

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Paris, Rue de Rennes

Paris Notes
March 2012

Rue de Rennes. Previously one of the most polluted and pedestrian-unfriendly streets in Paris.
By the end of April, the project will be complete to include enlarged sidewalks, reduction of automobile lanes, separation for bus and bicycle lanes, new street furniture, many new trees and plants, and bump outs for deliveries. Already, pedestrian access is much better and traffic is calmer. The air is better too. Bravo M. Delanoe. Photos to follow.

Robert Gordon,
Paris

Paris Density by Robert Gordon

The city of Paris is often cited by architects and planners as their favorite place to visit. Parisians and visitors alike never tire of walking her narrow, winding streets, with continuous ground level boutiques and cafes. They enjoy the quiet gardens and public places.