What has changed?
From the beginning of the project
we have been committed to making Exhibition Road the
most accessible cultural destination in the world.
To improve access for all members of the community, both
disabled and able bodied, we have changed the street design, traffic flows and
parking
arrangements.
The new single surface design is kerb-free with the minimum of
street furniture and barriers. Having a less distinct ‘track’ for
through traffic encourages motorists to drive more cautiously
and slowly, with greater awareness and consideration for
pedestrians. It also provides greater flexibility in the way
Exhibition Road can be used in the future.
Changes include:
- a kerb-free single surface
- no barriers or street clutter
- a logical street layout with large pedestrian areas
- visual and tactile lines to distinguish pedestrian areas from
those used by vehicles
- a 20mph speed limit
- new high quality street lighting
- a wide and direct crossing in Cromwell Road
See the difference: photos taken before and
after the project