Landscape characteristics and actual utilization of buildings along the greenway

Abstract

Streets along greenways are being utilized in an integrated manner with stores and plazas using pedestrian malls. This study examines buildings along five greenways in terms of (1) landscape characteristics and (2) utilization of greenways by pedestrian malls, with the aim of contributing to the development and utilization policies for greenway spaces. (1) No rooftop greening, wall greening, or other forms of surface greening have been implemented. In cities with many residential buildings, it is difficult to form an integrated landscape with greenways. It is important to show specific greening areas and greening methods that are appropriate for the use of buildings and the actual conditions. (2) It has been confirmed that initiatives to make the greenways more accessible to citizens and proactive promotion of events will bring about a lively atmosphere not only along the greenways but also in the surrounding areas.