London's Borough Market: A Public Market Driven by and for Social Life
The Borough Market in London is a wonderful example of a market woven into the city, where the energy and intensity gradually builds as you approach its heart.
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"Rich street life is no frill. It is an expression of the most ancient function of a city—a place for people to come together, all kinds of people, face-to-face." — William "Holly" Whyte
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The Corner Bench
In an era where social isolation underlies so many of our society's challenges, a simple bench can draw us outside of our private lives, enabling us to gather and connect.
Bollards: How They Add to Social Life in Our Communities
Bollards are valuable, multifunctional amenities used to define public areas, create a place to gather and socialize, and instill a feeling of safety while people wait to cross the street