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Safety and Comfort

Lam Fook Street Sitting-out Area,
Kowloon Bay
Adequate lighting, clear demarcation and barrier-
free access routes, universal design, and adequate
protective devices should be provided to enhance safety.
Adequate shading, greening and water features, seating,
and suitable choice of colours, materials and design of
facilities should also be provided to enhance comfort.

Accessibility and Permeability

Hong Kong Velodrome Park,
Tseung Kwan O
The open space should promote seamless connection
with the adjoining footpaths/destinations. Fence-
free design for open space and promenade should
be considered as far as practicable to promote visual
permeability from outside. These could enhance
accessibility, walkability, interactions and vibrancy.
Besides, physical permeability within the site can be
achieved through proper design of a walking route
which is connected, safe, enjoyable and legible. Sense
of openness can also promote air and natural light
penetration.

Greening, Smart, Biophilic and Resilient Design

Kai Tak River with Drainage Capacity
Sufficient greening, in particular tree planting and
activity lawns, should be provided. To embrace
sustainability and adapt to climate change, it is
encouraged to deploy smart, biophilic and resilient
initiatives in the design process, such as recreational
ground for flood relief, as well as provision of retention
ponds and rain gardens.

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