Tree Streets
Vision Week Gallery
West Hollis Street
We envisioned what West Hollis Street could look like in the future with more mixed use development and an update to the street design. Wider sidewalks and added street trees would enhance street safety, and this additional space could allow for more gathering spaces and outdoor dining. A re-designed intersection with a street mural would calm traffic to allow for safer crossing by cyclists and pedestrians.
West Hollis Existing Condition
West Hollis Conceptual Sketch
Existing Liner Building
Chestnut Street Conceptual Sketch
We explored ways to create more civic space in the Tree Streets neighborhood. This includes designing streets that encourage neighborly interactions. By narrowing the street more space could be created for dedicated bike lanes, street trees, and greenery.
Chestnut Street Existing Condition
Chesnut Street Conceptual Sketch
Residential Development Conceptual Sketch
This concept shows re-investment in existing parks, such as Los Amigos Park, by opening up its surroundings to create a four-sided park experience. This involves reorienting nearby homes and buildings to face the park, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility among residents while enhancing the park's appeal as a neighborhood gathering spot.
Existing residential housing adjacent to Los Amigos Park
Conceptual sketch of new housing with frontage along Los Amigos Park
This conceptual site plan shows housing and Accessory Dwelling Units with frontage along Los Amigos Park, and additional park access provided through green alleyways connecting to Vine Street and Palm Street. A proposed parking garage is shown on Palm street, which is connected with a walkway lined with trees.
Existing and Proposed Open Space
In the Tree Streets neighborhood, feedback from residents, including children and others, highlighted the limited access to open spaces. So, it was suggested that more open spaces be created, particularly at the scale of neighborhood pocket parks. The goal of these pocket parks is to create more civic spaces that are within a short walking distance to all residents. These spaces could include squares, reading spots, or places for picnics, alongside civic buildings like churches and libraries that integrate well into the community fabric.
Ash Street Redevelopment Conceptual Sketch
The plan envisions two new buildings overlooking an upgraded skate park and basketball court, alongside a new park featuring integrated landscaping. This approach aims to build upon the neighborhood's positive aspects while improving its overall appeal and functionality.
Existing and Proposed Parking Garages
Approximate proposed locations for parking garages are strategically placed within a 5-minute walk from various parts of the neighborhood, emphasizing a walkable environment where residents can easily access parking while maintaining a tight-knit urban fabric. These garages, whether public or privately developed, aim to cater to the parking needs of those who require cars while contributing to a more efficient and people-friendly neighborhood design.
Street Network Conceptual Map and Illustrations
In the Tree Streets neighborhood, a thoughtful approach to street design was proposed, prioritizing pedestrians, cyclists, and public transit over vehicular traffic. The framework envisions distinct tiers of streets: city streets along the edges for buses and through-traffic, main streets as vibrant community hubs, bike streets with dedicated lanes for safe cycling connections, and neighborhood streets optimized for slow traffic, recreational activities, and local services.
We created detailed cross-sectional illustrations showcasing examples of each street type, including city streets, main streets, bike streets, and neighborhood streets. Each cross-section is color-coded to a street type in the bottom left corner.
