Density Perception on Residential Streets

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" Density Perception on Residential Streets "
Bergdoll, James R.; Williams, Rick W.

Document Type	:	AL
Record Number	:	928578
Doc. No	:	LA7wb3g30c
Language of Document	:	English
Main Entry	:	Bergdoll, James R.; Williams, Rick W.
Title & Author	:	Density Perception on Residential Streets [Article]\ Bergdoll, James R.; Williams, Rick W.
Title of Periodical	:	Berkeley Planning Journal
Volume/ Issue Number	:	5/1
Date	:	1990
Abstract	:	The purpose of the study summarized in this article was to explore which physical characteristics influence people's perception of density on urban residential streets. Three streets in San Francisco, California, were evaluated and compared in terms of visual characteris tics, such as variety and distinctness of form, colors, materials, and patterns. These measurements were compared to the perceived density of these streets as indicated by both residents and non-residents. The study found three physical characteristics to be very strongly associated with perceptions of lower density: (1) greater building articulation; (2) less facade area or smaller buildings; (3) a greater number of ''house''-like dwellings. These findings have significant implications for urban policy and design practice.