Live in the Green, not the Gray

When one might imagine designing a city or town, common things that might come to mind might include road layout, zoning, and services such as water and waste. While these are all very important factors when judging an urban area, there is a factor that is commonly overlooked but influences the life of residents just as much as their commute time: urban green spaces. Examples of urban green spaces include public parks, playing fields, community gardens, tree-lined areas, and playgrounds with ample vegetation, among others.