TRANSLUCENT WIND SCREENS HELP REDUCE CRIME

The public is often reluctant to use public transportation, fearing it is a haven for criminal activity. Houston, Texas, is one of the few cities to have successfully reduced traffic congestion by making its public transit centers more inviting. Structural models for windscreens in Houston Metro's park-and-ride lots were based on the four key components of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED): territoriality, natural surveillance, activity support, and access control. The 7 ft (2 m) by 20 ft (6 m) windscreens were constructed with solid glass block, which has been set as the standard for all future projects. The product's clear visibility transmits 80% of available light in both directions without any yellowing, clouding, or weathering.