Algiers Village Living Communities Challenge Vision Plan

VISION CONCEPT DRAWINGS
The following spreads explain the features of this proposed LCC Vision Plan for Algiers Village. These concepts drawings
propose only one single aspirational vision for the four nonprofits, which unites their community development efforts
while protecting the area’s environmental resources.
In these Vision concept drawings, Algiers becomes a vibrant
community center where underutilized spaces currently
within Algiers Village are adapted to become beneficial
in-fill development, such as a small business incubator or
senior housing for Guilford residents. This way, Algiers Village
maintains a pattern of development that preserves its open
spaces and reduces low-density sprawl.
The Village now has adequate pedestrian safety measures,
such as added cross-walks, lengthened sidewalks, and a
pedestrian cut-through parklet.
The Village also gains community spaces: three added parks
(including a playground), a community pavilion, shared
walking trails, farmer’s market, community gardens, and a
new community center building. In sum, these provide for
more social equity and access to resources in the Village.
Walking paths through a forested wetland
and restored meadow provide recreational
opportunities to the public, and educational
resources to the nearby early education
center. All the while, this important habitat
is maintained for the local wildlife and plant
species.
Finally, the surrounding landscape is preserved,
celebrated, and made accessible so as to be
better enjoyed and protected by all. A wetland
boardwalk connects community spaces in the
Village, giving people an opportunity to walk
more easily and avoid dependence on cars.