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Vibrant City: Mixed-Use and Transit-Oriented Development at Virginia Square
by Rick Harlan Schneider
| Institution: | Virginia Tech |
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| Department: | Architecture |
| Degree: | M. Arch. |
| Year: | 1999 |
| Keywords: | Sustainability; Open building; Midrise; Mixed-use; Transit-oriented development |
| Posted: | |
| Record ID: | 1704286 |
| Full text PDF: | http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-062599-105416/ |
Abstract
This development plan for the Virginia Square Metro is located near Washington DC in Arlington County, Virginia. The proposal includes âopen planâ mid-rise residential, high-rise mixed-use, an identifiable transit station and linked green space with small scale agricultural potential. Mid-rise dwelling units provide the density to support local business along shop-lined streets. Pedestrian ways and bike trails offer additional transportation routes while mass transit cuts down on automobile usage. The scheme combines sustainable design, innovative construction techniques and transit-oriented development principles to provide the infrastructure and act as a catalyst for healthy future growth along the Rosslyn-Ballston development corridor.
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