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Hardscape
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Hardscape is the part of a freeway consisting of the structures, columns, retaining walls, walkways, bridge components, railing, sign structures and lighting fixtures made with hard materials. Distinctive treatments are applied to architectural elements used consistently throughout the corridor to create harmony and rhythm without seeming obvious or overdone. Textured surfaces and color are used to catch the eye and provide visual interest. The primary texture utilized throughout the corridor is horizontal grooving. Earth tones have been selected as a basic palette to be applied consistently throughout the corridor. Additionally an array of accents colors have been selected to aid in reinforcing the identity of key districts and areas along the corridor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Image of Bridge Bent
Sample of architectural treatment on flared column.

Crews are pouring concrete for the cap to complete the bent.
Crews are pouring concrete for the cap to complete the bent.

Completed concrete bent.
Completed concrete bent.

Installation of pavers at intersection.
Installation of pavers at intersection.

Completed sidewalk at intersection.
Completed pavers and sidewalk at Westgreen intersection.

Installation of panel for the retaining wall.
Installation of panel for the retaining wall.

Completed retaining wall with Texas Star.
Completed retaining wall with Texas Star.

Crews are pouring concrete for a sign structure.
Crews are pouring concrete for a sign structure.

Completed concrete sign structure.
Sample of future concrete sign structures.



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