Lying within a region rich in biological, climatic and cultural resources, the City of Tucson represents a complex overlay of cultures dating back more than 1000 years. The current downtown, a by-product of 60's urban renewal, is divided by arterials, railroad underpasses, and parking lots. WRT led a team of engineers and a public artist in the development of an urban mosaic design concept, creating a pedestrian plan that anticipates imminent and long-term improvements in the downtown business and arts district. Design guidelines and incentives were prepared for improvements within and adjacent to the public right-of- way, and 20-year old improvement projects were prioritized.
