Toward liveable commercial streets: A case study of Al-Karada inner street in Baghdad.

ABSTRACT: Nowadays, liveability is a major consideration in upgrading public spaces, especially more sustainable streets. Considerable research has also been conducted to determine the most relevant indicators for more vibrant commercial streets. This paper sheds light on a specific case study in which terrorist attack led to the loss of vitality and ability to attract visitors in one of the most important commercial areas in Baghdad, Al-Karada inner street. The paper's aim is to identify indicators for reviving the companionable and sociable life of a street. As a result, it presents many indicators that can be applied to upgrade commercial street vitality by way of a significant, inclusive checklist, which incorporates many aspects. This checklist serves as a comprehensive framework to present nee

SUBMITTER: Ghazi NM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6529690 | biostudies-literature | 2019 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature