This space can extend into semi-public and even public spaces depending on the design. The way a place is kept up has an affect on how we feel about that place. Fear and mischief can be reduced by maintaining the appearance of an area. By understanding the different users of an area and potential paths, areas of conflict can be identified and reduced i.e. a teenage hang-out on a plaza can be provided its own defined space separated from a path travelled by office workers so that conflicts do not occur. An example of this is minimum standards for exterior doors such as deadbolts, small paned glass, full length astragals.
Access control means limiting access to a facility as a means of controlling crime.
An example of this is a parking garage where electronic card control restricts access to card holders only. Alternate Routes A path or route may change at different periods i.e. a park in the daytime and night-time. Providing for an alternate route that is safe at those times can be a design solution that reduces fear and risk. You can send us e-mail.