[Re]prioritizing safety: Designing for people, not just vehicles

Our legacy transportation networks and systems were based on choices that worked for the times, but are unsuitable and outdated for the future we need. Inequitable and poorly planned infrastructure presents challenges not aligned with our vision of a highly mobile and accessible future our communities need to thrive.
July 18, 2025

[Re] Generation of mobility challenges traditional vehicle-centric design by advocating for human-focused mobility solutions prioritizing safety, equity, and accessibility. This report showcases GHD's innovative approach to creating safer, more inclusive communities through smarter design and data-driven planning.

This report includes:

  • Embedding safety as a baseline expectation
  • Designing for vulnerable users and addressing the "accessibility deficit"
  • Applying Vision Zero and Safe Systems Principles
  • Leveraging technology for proactive risk management
  • Reframing design to prioritize people