Cycle lanes

theres a project i think in holland to rid town of all sign posting white lines on the roads stop signs ped crossings etc
they state that as there is less distinction between lanes / carriageways more caution is observed and more eye contact is made
the trial has cut injuries / accidents by a significant percentage

eye contact between road users being the key to rights of ways and progress through the town

less clutter more care

(I don't think you meant your spelling before 'crossings', so I've edited it.)

Yes, de-engineering, as it's also called, or 'Naked Streets' can have a lot of benefits, although turning back the tide of indicators of a motor-centric environment will take longer in London than elsewhere, especially than in small Dutch towns and villages.