Urban Design Terminology

noun a promenade or walkway made of wooden boards, typically along a beach or waterfront

• The boardwalk along the beach was bustling with tourists enjoying the sunny weather.
• Let's take a stroll down the boardwalk and grab some ice cream.
• The boardwalk is lit with all the shops and games.
• The boardwalk of life is full of twists and turns, but it's important to keep moving forward.

noun a long, open, level area, typically beside the sea, along which people may walk for pleasure

• The esplanade along the waterfront offers stunning views of the city skyline.
• Let's take a walk along the esplanade and enjoy the sea breeze.
• The esplanade is the perfect spot for a chill sesh with friends.
• The esplanade of knowledge stretches far and wide, waiting to be explored by curious minds.

noun the act of fortifying or the state of being fortified

• The fortification of the castle walls was necessary to protect against enemy invasions.
• They're adding more fortification to the building to make it more secure.
• I heard they're beefing up the fortification on that place to keep out intruders.
• Education is the best fortification against ignorance and misinformation.

noun A large covered porch or veranda.

• The elegant piazza was lined with historic buildings and statues.
• Let's meet at the piazza for a coffee and chat.
• The piazza is the perfect spot to chill and people-watch.
• The bustling piazza symbolized the heart of the city.

adjective describing something that is unpleasant to look at or unattractive

• The unsightly building was a blight on the otherwise picturesque street.
• That unsightly shirt you're wearing is really not flattering.
• Dude, those shoes are so unsightly, you need to get some new ones.
• The unsightly scars of the past still linger in her heart.

noun the act of moving on foot

verb present participle of the verb 'walk', indicating the action of moving on foot

• She enjoyed the leisurely act of walking through the park every morning.
• I love walking around the neighborhood with my dog.
• Let's go for a walk and catch up on the latest gossip.
• After the long meeting, he felt like he was walking on air.

noun A small area of land set aside for public use, typically in an urban setting, that is designed to provide green space and recreational opportunities for local residents.

• The city council approved the development of a new pocket park in the downtown area.
• Let's meet at the pocket park after work for a quick picnic.
• I love hanging out at that little pocket park on the corner.
• She found a pocket park of peace in the midst of the chaotic city.

noun the appearance or visual aspects of a street or streets

• The city's streetscape is a carefully planned combination of architecture and landscaping.
• I love walking around the streetscape of downtown, there are so many cool shops and cafes.
• The streetscape in this neighborhood is totally lit, with street art everywhere.
• The streetscape of her mind was a jumble of memories and emotions.

noun furniture - large movable equipment, such as tables and chairs, used to make a house, office, or other space suitable for living or working

adjective urban - relating to or characteristic of a city or town

• The city council is planning to install new urban furniture in the downtown area.
• I love hanging out on the urban furniture in the park with my friends.
• Let's chill on that cool urban furniture near the skate park.
• The skyscrapers in the city can be seen as urban furniture that shapes the skyline.