Figure 1-16. Gathering space with wood benches on 1100 Block, 2020 (source: Mundus Bishop)
Figure 1-17. Brick paving pattern including integration of planters on 1300 Block, 2020 (source: Mundus Bishop)
Figure 1-18. Pedestrian crossing at 14th Street, 2020 (source: Mundus Bishop)
Figure 1-19. Consistent ground plane of brick paving, 2020 (source: Mundus Bishop)
Circulation Pearl Street Mall serves as a pedestrian mall, and downtown Boulder’s most important public space, as it has since 1977. A consistent ground plane of brick paving orchestrates pedestrian movement and uses along an east-west orientation, interrupted at north south street crossings. Vehicular circulation is limited to the street crossing, with delivery and service vehicular routes allowed within specific areas of Pearl Street Mall. A three-part repetitive brick paving pattern, following one orientation, extends consistently across all four blocks. The central herringbone paving pattern orchestrates pedestrian circulation routes and defines areas of play, gathering and art. The circulation system, including patterns and materials, features, and routes, remains in the same alignments as the original construction and contributes to the significance of Pearl Street Mall. Pearl Street Mall’s pedestrian routes meet ADA accessibility standards along designated routes and at seating areas. Accessibility is provided by accessible pedestrian curb ramps at street crossings that provide continuous accessible access for all four blocks. Accessible routes and entrances into adjacent buildings vary. Some do not provide accessible entrances.
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