Visualizing Density Investigating the density challenge facing the United States
A Bird's Eye View
9. Parking
Parking is a major consideration when designing for density. In high-density developments, parking facilities must be more highly organized and space efficient. Several alternatives can give higher density residents access to automobiles. The challenge is to keep cars and the asphalt that serves them from overwhelming the neighborhood.
Parking is placed in the interior of this block, reached by a service lane. (Longmont, CO)
This block demonstrates a variety of ways to store cars: on the street, in surface lots, below houses and in garages. (Celebration, FL)
Parking is located below this building, reserving prime space at street level for other uses. (Denver, CO)
This building wraps itself around a parking structure, hiding it from street view and offering direct access to the garage from all units. (Dallas, TX)