Strategy 2.3
Building edges and entrances
Building edges and entrances greatly impact the pedestrian experience. For instance, long, blank building façades discourage pedestrian activity and reduce trust among strangers. In contrast, human-scale facades and features can boost trust, social connection, sense of place, and the likelihood of people walking on the street, supporting autonomy and community connections for people living with dementia.
Actions under this strategy:
2.3.1. Design pedestrian-oriented building edges
2.3.2. Ensure facades and entrances are legible
2.3.3. Create clear gradients between private and public spaces
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Legible: People living with dementia can understand the function of different buildings and how to move through them.
Distinct: People living with dementia can recognize where they are in the neighbourhood.