Before, during and after — the transformation of a street into a people place.
With the lines of buildings fixed, it can be a challenge to find space for public seating. Yet just south of Robson at Bute is a newly installed pavement to plaza, welcoming everyone in. Day or night, you can enjoy melodies from the community piano while relaxing in bright modular seats. The trial space is a City partnership with the Robson St BIA, recognized by Transportation 2040 and West End Community plans.
Again, a lovely production from Kathleen Corey and Brian Gould. Make sure your sound is on and providing hi-q audio to you.
I LOVE this little plaza, but mainly because it has traffic calmed Haro St and stopped commuters cutting through from Georgia/Alberni to Thurlow. Thanks for reminding me to send off some supportive emails.
Yes to this! Not only is it a great public space that has been actively used since its instigation, but it turns Haro Street into a true safe neighbourhood street and bikeway. No more angry commuters racing past the hordes of pedestrians and cyclists coming from the south.
Hats off to Paul Krueger as well…Friday evening he was speaking with folks there asking for feedback 🙂
Hi Ken,
Would you want to bring the city’s survey to people’s attention? If so, here it is…
http://vancouver.ca/streets-transportation/bute-robson-trial-plaza.aspx