The Design and Development of a Child-Friendly Pedestrian Environment in School Zones

Kab Soo So; Sung Woo Shin

doi:10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.598.156

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The Design and Development of a Child-Friendly Pedestrian Environment in School Zones

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The purpose of this study is to develop a design for a user-centric commuting pedestrian (children, parents, and local residents) environment by moving away from administration-centric, safety-only designs via the extension of school zones. A plan is also developed to elevate the design to a practical level. Hence, this study is intended to develop a technique for the pedestrian environment that complies with user behavior characteristics, with a focus on the school-commuting path. Such a technique is anticipated to provide users with options to best utilize their space environment by inducing involvement in various activities. In addition, this study seeks to promote the vitality of the city and local community and enable a high-quality and enriched life for citizens by developing a rich and desirable city culture.

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Advanced Materials Research (Volume 598)

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Kab Soo So*, Sung Woo Shin

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Child-Friendly, Pedestrian Space System, School Zone, Space Technique

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