The Public Infrastructure Design Language repository aims to provide an explanatory framework for designing public infrastructure projects with a focus on commons, open-source principles, and inclusive communication. Our goal is to foster understanding and promote inclusive and accessible design in public projects.
Public infrastructure plays a vital role in shaping communities and improving quality of life. However, traditional design approaches often lack inclusivity, creativity, and sustainable development. The Public Infrastructure Design Language project seeks to bridge this gap by providing a framework that emphasizes open communication, collaboration, and inclusive practices in the design and implementation of public infrastructure.
Public infrastructure refers to the physical and organizational structures that support public activities and services. It encompasses a wide range of elements such as transportation systems, public buildings, parks, utilities, and communication networks. These elements serve as the backbone of a community, facilitating social interactions, providing essential services, and enabling the smooth functioning of society.
Our design language embraces the principles of commons and open source. We believe that public infrastructure should be treated as a shared resource, accessible to all members of the community. By adopting open-source practices, we encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the collective improvement of public infrastructure design.
Effective communication lies at the core of inclusive public infrastructure. The design language helps facilitate the communication of ideas and information between people and systems. It provides a common framework for designers, architects, engineers, and stakeholders to collaborate, understand, and convey their vision for public spaces.
Inclusive and accessible design are fundamental aspects of the Public Infrastructure Design Language. We recognize the diverse needs and abilities of individuals, ensuring that public spaces are welcoming and usable for everyone. By considering accessibility in the design process, we strive to create environments that cater to people with disabilities, different cultural backgrounds, and varying age groups.
Artistic expression plays a significant role in enhancing the human experience within public spaces. The Public Infrastructure Design Language project aims to create a space for artists to infuse creativity and inclusive thought into humanitarian and sustainable development. By embracing artistic endeavors, we seek to transform public infrastructure into engaging, aesthetically pleasing, and thought-provoking environments.
We invite nonprofits, social-aligned initiatives, designers, artists, and anyone passionate about making a positive impact on public infrastructure to use this library and contribute to this project. Your contributions can take various forms, including:
- Providing feedback and suggestions
- Sharing case studies and research papers related to inclusive and accessible design
- Offering design ideas, templates, and examples
- Promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing within the community
Join us in shaping the future of public infrastructure design and help create a better world for all.
The Public Infrastructure Design Language repository provides various resources to support your understanding and application of the design language:
- Documentation: Detailed explanations of the design principles and guidelines
- Examples: Inspiring case studies and examples of inclusive and accessible public infrastructure design
- Research Papers: Studies and reports highlighting the importance of inclusive design in public spaces
- Templates: Practical templates and tools to assist in the design process
Explore these resources to gain insights and inspiration for your public infrastructure projects.
- Victoria Jaqua coined the term "public infrastructure".
- Christina Cole created the first "characters".
- Joe Torreggiani started this README.