Designing walkable cities in hot & arid climates like the GCC region could be very challenging. Through this workshop, I recommended five solutions:
1. Studying the aerodynamics of the city or district and accordingly using design techniques to achieve better ventilation as building orientations, cross ventilation, open courtyards, wind catchers, etc.
2. Urban trees & plantation as a very effective tool.
3. Using shade structures with the proper specifications and design.
4. Using outdoor air ventilation systems when applicable.
5. Working on reducing the heat island effect starting from the design stage and selecting material with high solar reflectance.
I would love to hear other suggestions from urban designers and architects for designing walkable cities in hot and arid climates.
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