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TL;DW: In this video, Umut explains the 8 major street patterns used in cities across the globe. From the description, the 8 types are:

  • Organic Pattern: The charming chaos, like in Venice, where streets were shaped naturally over time.

  • Grid Pattern: The perfect order, like in Manhattan, that makes finding an address child's play.

  • Radial Pattern: The star-shaped design, like in Moscow, where all roads lead to the center.

  • Irregular Pattern: The rugged and unique structure, like in San Francisco, where geography dictates the rules.

  • Loose Grid: The balanced approach, like in Buenos Aires, that combines order with flexibility.

  • Suburban Pattern: The sprawling settlements, like in Auckland, where life is designed entirely around the automobile.

  • Superblock: Barcelona's idea of taking streets back from cars and giving them to people.

  • Linear City: A futuristic vision, like "The Line," built on a single 170 km line.

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