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Originally Posted by Table 5
Absolutely, mid-rise neighborhoods always work the best in creating livable places. I'm not sure where people got the idea that 40-story skyscrapers create urban nirvana....in many ways they can feel as barren and soul-less as any suburb. I've worked and lived among them...and much prefer my mid-rise neighborhood. A good 4-5 story tall neighborhood feels busy and exciting, yet remains at a scale that is relatable. I'm glad to see that's the route East Village is taking.
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It's not that primarily highrise areas can't be liveable - they can. But they have to be thoughtfully planned, and many aren't. Yaletown in Vancouver is a very liveable area because of a high standard of urban design and an ample amount of quality open space.
That said, I'm glad there will be a primarily mid-rise neighbourhood right in downtown Calgary. It's obvious that the Beltline and places like Eau Claire will be highrise communities. variety.