Improved security and visibility
We’ll explain how, in Estinnes, Belgium, a road redesign project in front of a school was carried out using the Pastel product line to ensure the safety of children as they arrive and leave school, as well as of parents who drop them off or pick them up.
This redevelopment must also allow for better traffic flow, for both pedestrians and motorists.
Improved security and visibility
The municipality of Estinnes, in Belgium, plans to redevelop a section of road in front of a school entrance. A speed bump has been installed, and the pedestrian crossing has been moved closer to the school entrance. The municipality aims to ensure greater safety and comfort for children and parents who drop off and pick up their children.
In northern France and Belgium, you often see characteristic architecture with red brick buildings. One of the challenges of this project is to propose developments without altering the existing heritage.
1. Assessment of the needs of the school and the local community
It is important to understand the challenges that students and parents face when entering or leaving school. Traffic flow analysis may involve changes to main streets, such as the creation of car/bike parking areas, sidewalks, traffic lights, and pedestrian crossings.
2. Cooperation
After identifying the needs, the school and local authorities determine the necessary improvements to enhance road safety (signage, parking area, protected pedestrian space, sidewalk improvements, etc.). They then collaborate on their implementation by coordinating work, required permits, and informing parents and students about the planned changes.
3. Approval
Road development plans are approved by the competent authorities before construction work can begin. The plans must comply with current standards and regulations, which is why various checks may be carried out, including technical, environmental, and legal checks.
4. Communication
After implementing changes, it is important to continue monitoring the effectiveness of the design and establish regular road safety evaluation mechanisms. This can include surveys of parents and students to assess the changes and regular road safety checks by local authorities.
Roadway safety improvements and pedestrian safety enhancements
With this work, the municipality of Estinnes wishes to offer parents and children more safety and comfort when they arrive at and leave school. The road improvement increases comfort through the installation of a speed bump, a redesigned pedestrian crossing near the school exit, and the widening of the surrounding sidewalks. In this way, these measures offer additional safety for parents, children, and educational staff. The use of the PASTEL product range and existing signage also sends clear signals to motorists to improve pedestrian safety.
The Pastel Line: A Colorful Line That Blends Seamlessly Into the Surroundings
The Pastel product line is characterized by its vibrant colors and fully meets the municipality’s expectations for this project. The design elements create a strong visual impact and blend seamlessly with the existing historic surroundings. The colorful design also lends the project a playful character that creates an additional connection to the school where the project is being implemented.
