BLArch Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Urban Design 2

Question 1

Which urban design principle uses a grid of streets to create predictable, navigable city blocks?

Accepted Answer

Rectilinear grid

Answer

A rectilinear grid creates predictable, regular blocks that simplify navigation and land subdivision.

Question 2

In urban design, 'defensible space' theory was developed by which theorist?

Accepted Answer

Oscar Newman

Answer

Oscar Newman introduced defensible space theory, emphasizing how physical design can reduce crime through territorial definition.

Question 3

What is the primary function of a 'woonerf' in urban landscape design?

Accepted Answer

To create shared street space prioritizing pedestrians over vehicles

Answer

A woonerf (living street) is a shared space design where pedestrians and cyclists have priority and vehicle speeds are greatly reduced.

Question 4

Which urban heat island mitigation strategy involves planting trees along streets and in parking lots?

Accepted Answer

Urban forestry

Answer

Urban forestry provides shade and evapotranspiration, directly reducing surface and air temperatures in cities.

Question 5

Transit-oriented development (TOD) concentrates density within what typical walking radius of a transit stop?

Accepted Answer

Half mile (800 m)

Answer

TOD focuses higher-density mixed-use development within a half-mile (800 m) walking radius of transit stations.

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