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DENSITY AND

MIX Kalyani Kalesh


INTRODUCT
ION
In urban design, density and mix are both important
factors in creating sustainable, vibrant communities:
•Density
The concentration of people, buildings, and activities
within a specifi c area. Higher density can lead to more
effi cient land use, less reliance on cars, and more walking
and public transit.

•Mix

The range of diff erent uses within an area, such as


residential, commercial, institutional, and recreational. Mix
can create diverse, multifunctional spaces that encourage
encounters and fl ows between diff erent people, buildings,
and functions.
What is density in urban
design?
In urban design, density refers to the concentration of people, buildings,
or other urban elements within a given area.

Urban density is usually defined as the ratio of the total population of a city and
its total area.
the ratio of the total population of a city
its total area.
Types of Density:
•Population Density: The number of people per unit area, such as per
square kilometer or square mile.

•Building Density (or Built Density): The physical density of


buildings, often measured in terms of floor area ratio (FAR), which is the ratio of a
building’s total floor area to the size of the piece of land upon which it is built.

•Residential Density: The number of housing units per unit area,


commonly used in zoning to regulate housing types and neighborhood character.
What is density in urban
design?
Urban density is usually defined as the ratio of the total population of a city and
its total area.
the ratio of the total population of a city
This is the most appropriate its
single
totalmetric
area. for measuring progress in densification in
cities and is now a central objective of the global climate change agenda.
Urban density is fundamental principle of sustainable development.
Disadvantages of High-Density Urban Design

1. Potential for Overcrowding and Reduced Living Space


•High density can lead to smaller living spaces, which may negatively impact quality of life for
residents.
•Overcrowding can strain resources and reduce access to personal space, impacting mental and
physical well-being.

2. Pressure on Infrastructure and Public Services


•Rapid densification can strain existing infrastructure like water, sanitation, and transit, leading to
congestion and delays if not managed properly.
•Without careful planning, increased demand can burden schools, healthcare facilities, and
emergency services.

3. Higher Property Prices and Cost of Living


•High-density areas often experience increased property demand, leading to rising property
values and rental costs.
•This can lead to gentrification, displacing lower-income residents and reducing affordable
housing options.

4. Noise, Pollution, and Environmental Stress


•Dense urban areas tend to be noisier and can suffer from air pollution if not designed with green
spaces and sustainable transit options.
•Lack of greenery can lead to heat island effects, impacting local climate and increasing cooling
What is the concept of mixed
use design?

Mixed-use development, the physically integrated combination of


residential, commercial, cultural, and transportation functions,
consolidates activity within a structure or neighborhood.

Mixed-use development may be applied to a single building, a block or neighborhood, or


in zoning policy across an entire city or other administrative unit.
These projects may be completed by a private developer, (quasi-)governmental agency,
or a combination
W H EN D EN SIT Y A N D M I X A R E C O M B I N E D , T H E Y C A N C R E AT E
DY N AM IC , R ES I LI E N T, A N D S U S TA IN A BLE U R B A N
E N V IR O N ME N T S . T H E S E E N V IR O N M E N T S C A N :

•Create lively
1 •boost economic
activity and social
interaction
4 places with lots of
amenities

•Reduce driving,
2 5
•Enhance property
values and public traffic congestion,
safety and air pollution

3 •Promote inclusivity

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