Morton 2009

The Morton Washington Main Streets Enhancement Strategies involves the direct collaboration between the community, the UW Storefront Studio, and the Washington State Department of Transportation.  The format of this study is based on a series of public meetings and exchanges between the University of Washington architecture students, the Washington State Department of Transportation, the Morton Action Committee and community participants.

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  (1/10) Storefront Studio examined historic analysis and existing community assets. Then students met with community members and the Morton Action Committee to identify key physical assets within Morton. Students categorized and mapped the response, generating a series of graphic icons to represent Morton's important features.
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  historical analysis
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  State Route 7 at the northern and southern entries into Morton give two opportunities to mark entry into town and connect visitors and residents to downtown while increasing pedestrian safety. The considerable amount of paved surface can be better utilized as an opportunity to create a pathway into downtown.
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  The following illustrated examples display strategies that respond to issues specific to downtown and Main Avenue. These represent the factors that drive design decisions and act as core values for future design decisions.
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