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	A New Start for an Old Town

A New Start for an Old Town

Technology Category	Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Data Visualization Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems
Applicable Industries	Cities & Municipalities Construction & Infrastructure
Applicable Functions	Facility Management Quality Assurance
Use Cases	Building Automation & Control Building Energy Management Predictive Maintenance Smart City Operations
Services	Software Design & Engineering Services System Integration Training
Challenge	Newhall, California, once a bustling trading center and popular backdrop for western films, experienced a dramatic decline as the suburbs of Los Angeles expanded. This led to struggling businesses and high vacancy rates. The City Council aimed to revitalize the area by re-envisioning the central corridor of Main Street. They diverted traffic to a nearby roadway and added a roundabout to improve traffic flow. However, local businesses were concerned that ongoing construction would hurt their already-sinking bottom lines, and commuters were worried about potential delays caused by the roundabout. Read More
About Customer	Newhall, California, is a historic town that was once a bustling trading center for the Tataviam Native American tribe and later became a popular backdrop for western films in the early 20th century. Over time, the area experienced a decline as the suburbs of Los Angeles expanded, leading to struggling businesses and high vacancy rates. The City Council, in collaboration with PCLD, aimed to revitalize the area by re-envisioning the central corridor of Main Street. PCLD, a design team known for their expertise in public works projects, worked closely with the community to incorporate elements from the town's historical past while ensuring modern functionality and sustainability. Read More
Solution	PCLD's design for Newhall's Main Street incorporated historical elements to create a classic ambiance while balancing the flow of pedestrians, cyclists, and commuters. Streetlights resembling old gas lamps, wide brick sidewalks, and themed amenities like benches and trash receptacles accentuated the old town motif. The design also included sustainable features, such as permeable brick pavers and decomposed granite paving, to manage water efficiently. PCLD utilized Vectorworks Landmark design software for water budget calculations and Building Information Modeling (BIM) capabilities to create a single source of information for the project. This allowed for up-to-date quantity calculations and state-mandated water use estimates. The landscape plan included native and regionally adapted plants, water-pervious sidewalk spaces, and root watering devices to ensure water efficiency and drought resilience. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics

Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Data Visualization

Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems

Applicable Industries

Cities & Municipalities

Construction & Infrastructure

Applicable Functions

Facility Management

Quality Assurance

Use Cases

Building Automation & Control

Building Energy Management

Predictive Maintenance

Smart City Operations

Services

Software Design & Engineering Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

Newhall, California, once a bustling trading center and popular backdrop for western films, experienced a dramatic decline as the suburbs of Los Angeles expanded. This led to struggling businesses and high vacancy rates. The City Council aimed to revitalize the area by re-envisioning the central corridor of Main Street. They diverted traffic to a nearby roadway and added a roundabout to improve traffic flow. However, local businesses were concerned that ongoing construction would hurt their already-sinking bottom lines, and commuters were worried about potential delays caused by the roundabout.

About Customer

Newhall, California, is a historic town that was once a bustling trading center for the Tataviam Native American tribe and later became a popular backdrop for western films in the early 20th century. Over time, the area experienced a decline as the suburbs of Los Angeles expanded, leading to struggling businesses and high vacancy rates. The City Council, in collaboration with PCLD, aimed to revitalize the area by re-envisioning the central corridor of Main Street. PCLD, a design team known for their expertise in public works projects, worked closely with the community to incorporate elements from the town's historical past while ensuring modern functionality and sustainability.

Solution

PCLD's design for Newhall's Main Street incorporated historical elements to create a classic ambiance while balancing the flow of pedestrians, cyclists, and commuters. Streetlights resembling old gas lamps, wide brick sidewalks, and themed amenities like benches and trash receptacles accentuated the old town motif. The design also included sustainable features, such as permeable brick pavers and decomposed granite paving, to manage water efficiently. PCLD utilized Vectorworks Landmark design software for water budget calculations and Building Information Modeling (BIM) capabilities to create a single source of information for the project. This allowed for up-to-date quantity calculations and state-mandated water use estimates. The landscape plan included native and regionally adapted plants, water-pervious sidewalk spaces, and root watering devices to ensure water efficiency and drought resilience.

Impact #1	PCLD's design preserved the historical authenticity of Newhall while incorporating modern sustainable features.
Impact #2	The project included community engagement, with PCLD generating 3D design renderings and using feedback from local residents and business owners.
Impact #3	The use of Vectorworks Landmark and BIM capabilities streamlined the design process, allowing for efficient water budget calculations and up-to-date quantity estimates.

Impact #1

PCLD's design preserved the historical authenticity of Newhall while incorporating modern sustainable features.

Impact #2

The project included community engagement, with PCLD generating 3D design renderings and using feedback from local residents and business owners.

Impact #3

The use of Vectorworks Landmark and BIM capabilities streamlined the design process, allowing for efficient water budget calculations and up-to-date quantity estimates.

Benefit #1	The landscape planters retain 60% of the sidewalk rainwater runoff, utilizing available water to irrigate the plants.
Benefit #2	The use of permeable brick pavers and decomposed granite paving helps manage water efficiently and reduce runoff.
Benefit #3	The project has led to increased community engagement and satisfaction, with new businesses opening in the area.

Benefit #1

The landscape planters retain 60% of the sidewalk rainwater runoff, utilizing available water to irrigate the plants.

Benefit #2

The use of permeable brick pavers and decomposed granite paving helps manage water efficiently and reduce runoff.

Benefit #3

The project has led to increased community engagement and satisfaction, with new businesses opening in the area.

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A New Start for an Old Town

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