One of Santa Barbara's busiest intersections is about to get a colorful makeover that could also make it safer for pedestrians and cyclists.

The intersection of Carrillo and State streets sees an average of 15,000 vehicles and 10,000 pedestrians pass through each day, according to the city. Soon, the area will be transformed through art and safety improvements.

Santa Barbara was selected as one of 10 cities worldwide to receive the Bloomberg Asphalt Art Initiative grant, which seeks to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety through public art projects.

"This is an opportunity for us to really pilot what separating pedestrian and bicycle space looks like on State Street itself with artwork," said Tess Harris, State Street Master Planner.

The $100,000 Bloomberg grant will be matched by th

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