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Streetfilms video – the Transformation of Madison Square

This  Streetfilms video about Madison Square in New York has a lot of footage of citizen feedback, better illustrations of what was actually done to an area of chaotic, wide roads to transform the area into a great space for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists alike. It shows what can be accomplished with a minimal budget investment as well – all of this has been done with basic outdoor furniture, scrap materials, plastic planters and some paint.

There are lessons here that a lot of cities should be taking to heart. Just think of the places in Austin where we could apply some of these ideas, such as on South Congress.

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1 Comment on “Streetfilms video – the Transformation of Madison Square”

  1. #1 jude
    on Feb 19th, 2009 at 1:35 pm

    This is inspiring. Great find.

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