I like the concept. Vines can slow traffic, give people a natural buffer and add calm to the streets, but you have to check that they’re strong enough to stop a vehicle, that they’re trimmed so they don’t trip people or get tangled, and that they’re maintained so they don’t rot or become slick. Think of them as an extra layer, not the main guard. If you test with real traffic and keep an eye on growth, they can be a solid, green shield for pedestrians.

Sounds solid. First step, map out the target streets and spot where traffic flow can be safely slowed. Next, pick fast‑growing vines with good tensile strength, like kudzu or English ivy, and get a horticulturist to confirm they won’t outgrow their anchors. Then set up a mechanical support system—steel posts or reinforced concrete stakes—so the vines stay tight but can bend if a car hits them. Engineer the layout so the vines act as a buffer: they catch debris and give pedestrians a visual barrier. Bring traffic cops in to mark the pilot lane and monitor any hazards. Schedule the planting for early week two, give the vines a month to establish, then test with a controlled vehicle run in week three. By the end of the month you should have a working prototype and data to prove it’s safer and calmer. Let’s keep the focus sharp and the team tight.