A study on transformation of pedestrian space concept through development of pedestrian spaces inUrban waterfront area of Yokohama

Abstract

Currently, “walkable town development” has been explored in many parts of Japan, but concept of “walkable” is so broad that a clear direction has yet to be found. In this paper, I would focus on pedestrian space development projects completed in Urban waterfront area of Yokohama, which has been conscious of pedestrians from early on. Based on pedestrian space concept from viewpoint of design concept, this study aims to identify similar trends in the concept that were emphasized at the time of development. A study was conducted through literature surveys with pedestrian space development projects. Based on these findings, it points out that pedestrian space concept emphasized at different times have changed throughout fifty year period.