Visualization tools can help illustrate how communities can be transformed by smart growth development and transit-friendly design. The visual simulations are meant to illustrate conceptual smart growth development alternatives and include elements such as mixed-use buildings, pedestrian-oriented streetscapes, public transit improvements, higher density and compact housing, and multimodal transportation options. The goals of the simulations are to provide ideas for discussion in local communities, showcase different levels of smart growth in the place types identified on the Smart Growth Concept Map, and generate greater support for smart growth in the San Diego region.
The following visualization projects are underway:
2-D Visual Simulations: These simulations show existing conditions and potential changes based on smart growth principles. Simulations have been developed by Urban Advantage, Inc. for the following areas on the Smart Growth Concept Map. Visualizations are posted in PowerPoint format. Please save the files to your computer to view the speaking points for each presentation.
3-D Visual Simulations: These simulations consist of a 3-D digital model and animated fly-throughs of conceptual possibilities based on smart growth principles. These areas represent approximately four to six blocks, and the simulations show, for discussion purposes, how these areas could potentially be transformed by mixed use development and transit-friendly principles. 3-D simulations have been completed by Stantec for the following areas:
Note: Video requires Windows Media Player to download.
Smart Growth Photo Library: SANDAG has developed a regional smart growth photo library. As part of this effort, a professional photographer from Artistic Visuals took pictures of existing smart growth development projects and affordable housing projects throughout the region in 2008. A sampling of photos is available through the Interactive Smart Growth Concept Map by selecting the desired smart growth location. The Photo Matrix provides information about the photo locations and subject matter that the photographer was trying to capture. A complete set of the pictures in the photo library is available on DVD for $15. Please use our Publications Order Form to request these photos.
The photos can be used in presentations, brochures, newsletters, and other forms of communication that help people better understand the concepts associated with smart growth. SANDAG makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or currency of the Smart Growth Photo Library photographs and accepts no liability for omissions or errors therein, or for their consequences. | 
