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DECEMBER 2016 \ BUILDING DIALOGUE \

Village Center has the potential to become an

eclectic mixed-use place situated within a walk-

able and pedestrian-friendly village that will be-

come a hub of activity and a desirable place to

live, shop and work.

Daybreak’s Commuter Bike Highway System.

A healthi-

er development pattern and lifestyle is reflected in

current design for the newest villages at Daybreak,

a master-planned community outside Salt Lake

City. Key is creating walkable and commuter-friend-

ly streets that enable residents to leave their car at

home, to walk, ride a bike, or utilize public transit.

Inspired by the grand boulevards of European cit-

ies, Daybreak’s major road network incorporates a bike

highway and pedestrian system, separated from cars

in a tree-lined median that is more efficient, user-friendly

and safe. The division helps avoid typical conflicts associat-

ed with traditional sidewalks and on-street bike lanes.

The median design limits the number and frequen-

cy of median breaks and intersections, decreasing poten-

tial bike-car and pedestrian-car conflicts. Where median

breaks occur, the island is “raised or tabletopped” with spe-

cial paving to create greater visibility and awareness among

drivers and cyclists, pedestrians and joggers. Street width is

reduced by eliminating on-street bike lanes and potential

hazards with on-street parking.

The street and median landscape design reflects the

character of the surrounding Village; it incorporates plant-

ers, seating, lighting, trail/bike route maps, and bike tool

and water-bottle fill stations to provide a respite for cyclists

and pedestrians.

The median also serves an important multi-use func-

tion; varying in size and shape, it incorporates a dedicat-

ed running/jogging trail, and areas for parks and open

space, including natural drainage areas that support the

storm-water drainage and detention system for the larger

community.

When complete, the bike highway and pedestrian system

will provide an important backbone infrastructure to link

individual villages, streets and open space amenities, for

great community connection and healthier living!

ELEMENTS

Master Planning

San Eligo Hills Couplet Street view