{"id":85030,"date":"2025-05-27T15:53:36","date_gmt":"2025-05-27T13:53:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.atech-sas.com\/?post_type=portfolio&p=85030"},"modified":"2025-05-27T15:53:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T13:53:38","slug":"urban-redevelopment-giving-priority-to-pedestrians","status":"publish","type":"portfolio","link":"https:\/\/www.atech-sas.com\/en\/inspirations\/urban-redevelopment-giving-priority-to-pedestrians\/","title":{"rendered":"Urban redevelopment: giving priority to pedestrians"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Through this article, we explain the key stages of the development of a green urban street, using the example of the project in the town of Ardon, which prioritises pedestrians and their safety thanks to Oasis urban garden<\/strong><\/a> modules combining seating and greenery.<\/p>\n

Giving more space back to pedestrians can improve safety, promote health and enhance accessibility.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” css=”.vc_custom_1678377470710{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 5vh !important;}” woodmart_css_id=”640a01f941e41″ responsive_spacing=”eyJwYXJhbV90eXBlIjoid29vZG1hcnRfcmVzcG9uc2l2ZV9zcGFjaW5nIiwic2VsZWN0b3JfaWQiOiI2NDBhMDFmOTQxZTQxIiwic2hvcnRjb2RlIjoidmNfcm93IiwiZGF0YSI6eyJ0YWJsZXQiOnt9LCJtb2JpbGUiOnt9fX0=” mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_gradient_switch=”no” woodmart_box_shadow=”no” wd_z_index=”no” woodmart_disable_overflow=”0″ row_reverse_mobile=”0″ row_reverse_tablet=”0″][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1499847091930{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-12″]\t\t

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The Municipality of Ardon<\/a> <\/strong>wished to redevelop one of the streets in its village. The primary criterion for this new project was to place pedestrians at the heart of the redevelopment. To meet the various needs, the municipality chose street furniture that integrates vegetation and reinforces pedestrian safety.<\/p>\n

To this end, Oasis urban gardens<\/strong> were installed in a linear layout, creating a real separation between pedestrian and vehicle traffic. This furniture brings new uses, with many seating modules surrounded by flowers and shrubs<\/strong>. Residents are invited to sit, enjoy the surrounding environment and talk with others thanks to this new space for socialising. These installations provide new spaces for living.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1499149309417{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”CLIENT” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1678373008387{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_separator color=”custom” css=”.vc_custom_1481478904779{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}” accent_color=”#eaeaea”][vc_custom_heading text=”CITY OF ARDON” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:12|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1748352986220{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ardon.ch%2Ffr%2F”][vc_separator color=”custom” css=”.vc_custom_1481478904779{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}” accent_color=”#eaeaea”][vc_custom_heading text=”LOCATION” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1748352994945{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”ARDON, SWITZERLAND” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:12|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1748353004503{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1499149316069{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”MATERIALS” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1748353015706{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_separator color=”custom” css=”.vc_custom_1481478904779{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}” accent_color=”#eaeaea”][vc_custom_heading text=”PAINTED STEEL
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1. Needs assessment<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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The road development plans must be approved by the relevant authorities before construction begins. Technical, environmental and legal assessments ensure that the plans comply with current standards and regulations.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t
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Redeveloping a street in Ardon: prioritising pedestrians and their safety<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t
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The town of Ardon wanted to implement a green street redevelopment in a street connected to the main road. Existing pavements were removed to create a level street. The aim was to make the area accessible to all and give more importance to pedestrians.<\/p>\n

Thanks to this new layout, the separation between cars and pedestrians is no longer defined by pavements but by Oasis urban garden modules<\/strong> combining seating and vegetation. Reflective strips<\/strong> were added to the gardens to enhance safety for pedestrians and improve visibility at night.<\/p>\n

The municipality sees this project as an opportunity to introduce new uses through this transformation. We can easily imagine pedestrians stopping for a while to enjoy the view of the vineyards and mountains from the new gardens.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t

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The Oasis urban garden<\/a><\/strong> stands out for its adaptability to the initial demand and its seamless integration into the landscape. The various modules provide great design freedom. The Oasis furniture<\/strong> can adapt to each site and each space. In this case, the adjustable feet allow the modules to follow the natural slope.<\/p>\n

The modern design features varied heights for the planters and straight lines, which fit elegantly into the landscape where the modules are installed.<\/p>\n

This furniture is made of powder-coated steel with anti-corrosion treatment for durability. The seating surfaces are made of laminated wood<\/strong>, offering excellent impact, UV and weather resistance, and are easy to maintain. The planters included in these installations are made of aluminium, providing reliable durability and corrosion resistance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Giving more space to pedestrians: a synonym for well-being<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t
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1. Improving safety<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users and often involved in accidents. Redesigning a street to prioritise pedestrians helps reduce vehicle speed and create shared traffic zones. These changes significantly improve pedestrian safety.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t
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Pedestrian-friendly urban planning encourages walking. This improves public health by reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, obesity and diabetes.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t
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This type of development reduces noise and vehicle congestion by limiting car access to certain areas. Streets become more pleasant, with more space for socialising and relaxation.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_row equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” css=”.vc_custom_1494415255420{margin-bottom: 5vh !important;}”][vc_column width=”2\/3″ woodmart_sticky_column=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1499847127499{margin-right: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;margin-left: 5px !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-12″][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1494418291071{border-top-width: 10px !important;border-right-width: 10px !important;border-bottom-width: 10px !important;border-left-width: 10px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;border-left-color: #f7f7f7 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #f7f7f7 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #f7f7f7 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #f7f7f7 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner css=”.vc_custom_1494415839649{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Is this project of interest to you?” font_container=”tag:h4|font_size:20px|text_align:left|line_height:1.4″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1748353593754{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}”][vc_separator color=”custom” css=”.vc_custom_1494420107842{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}” accent_color=”#eaeaea”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1748353604180{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}” woodmart_inline=”no” text_larger=”no”]Atech<\/strong> is the French specialist in urban greening furniture. We support your public space development needs. Our full range of products is tailored to suit your projects.[\/vc_column_text]
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