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A APPENDIX Design Guidelines

Table 1.9 Design options for a Pedestrian-Friendly Ground Floor
The design options described and illustrated below may be used individually, or in combination, to meet the intent of the design guidelines
for ground floor design. The street level of a building should incorporate windows and other pedestrian-friendly features that invite
pedestrian activity.

Windows

A commercial building should incorporate
a high percentage of transparent glass to
actively engage the street and sidewalk.
Windows may be combined with
canopies, awnings, planters and other
features to enhance the street level.

Display Areas
Display cases or other product displays
can create pedestrian interest and engage
the street and sidewalk. Such treatments
are especially appropriate along an
otherwise windowless facade.

Canopies and Awnings
Canopies and awnings help define the
street-level pedestrian area and may
provide shade or highlight entries and
storefront windows.

Wall Art
Wall art, mosaics and murals add interest,
especially along an otherwise windowless
facade.

Planters/Landscaping
Integrated planters, large pots or other
areas for landscaping add interest along
the building facade and help engage the
street and sidewalk.

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