On Aspects of Using Gabion Structures for Urban Space Design

摘要

This article deals with analysis of positive and negative aspects of using gabion structures in urban space.The impact of gabion structures on safety of the recreational feature,i.e.the pond Krugly near the shopping center"Pyramida"in the city of Samara has been assessed by applying two indicators - water quality and safety of recreants.Recommendations on the choice of technical solutions for the improvement of recreational areas near residential buildings have been given.