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Architectural and Urban Design Principles To organize the complex issues related to facil- treatment, landscaping, photovoltaic panels, etc. ih' needs, public open space, service deliver,, Consider seeking LEED certification. urban development, and phasing of projects, Eric Gunderson of WBGS Architecture and Planning, 4. Lively Streetscapes: Design buildings, PC assisted the committee in developing a set of sidewalks, and plazas to enhance streetscapes and architectural and urban design principles. Mr. enliven the pedestrian experience. Locate activi- ties on ground floors and along building edges that Gunderson, acting in the capacity of design con- interact with the sidewalk. Incorporate public art, sultant to the Committee, used these phnciples as a guide in developing akernative scenarios for the historic markers, landscaping, and other elements Committee to consider, to create special places for all ages. 5. Accessibility: All elements of the civic center The key architectural and urban design principles are: should incorporate universal design concepts. Key Principles Design for the requirements and the spirit of ADA. 1. Partnerships: Form partnerships with other public agencies, public service organizations, and Other Principles non-profits to reduce operating costs and enhance 6. Orientation: Orient buildings east to west in order to maximize solar access to the south and servTices to the public. Shared buildings consume less land and require less building area. The daylighting opportunities to the north. Outdoor community perception of government forming spaces should face south and receive sun. partnerships to reduce cost and improve serwice is positive. Include social service, tourist and busi- 7. Civic Squares: Use buildings to create and ness information centers, and others, define civic squares. Restore the NW Park Block. Include Canneu' Square in the civic center project. 2. Compact Land Use: Increase densi~, of civic Do not dilute civic spaces. buildings. Governmental buildings are currently 8. Mixed Use: Integrate mixed uses within and scattered, often one or txvo sto~3,, and consume a large percentage of downtown land area. next door to civic buildings where appropriate. Multiple blocks of government buildings create 3. Make it Green: Include sustainable design ~'inactive zones" during evenings and weekends. Government spaces on weekdays used by the features in the civic center buildings and open spaces. Green features should be understandable public on weekends add life to downtown. and visible parts of the civic center. Consider green roofs, passive solar heating and cooling, 9. Support Private Development: Public buildings contribute pedestrians who participate in the life natural light, sustainable materials, storm water of downtown. Consider features and locations for public buildings that support private development. Civic Visioning Committee - Report anti Recommendations June 2004 Page 2o