The Newfield Hamlet Revitalization Project is a “Complete Streets” redesign of the intersection of Main street, Bridge street, and Shafer road in the Newfield Hamlet (NY). The revitalization plan was developed to increase the walkability, attractiveness, safety, and vibrancy of the town’s historic center, including the Newfield Covered Bridge, completed in 1853. The project was grounded in community outreach efforts, and resulted in an extensive report of the focus area context, the development of improvement concepts, and design recommendations. The findings were presented during a town hall to the residents of Newfield and the Town of Newfield Planning Board.
Design Connect is a multidisciplinary, student-run, community design organization based at Cornell University. We foster the mutual exchange of expertise and experiential learning between Cornell Students and local municipalities in Upstate new York.