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A New Layer of Public Space: The Case for Activating Urban Rooftops


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In increasingly denser urban environments, there is a new-found interest in underused spaces as opportunities for further development. Representing up to 25% of cities land area, rooftops are among the most exciting spatial resources. From sustainable infrastructure and urban farming to social spaces and cultural venues, the article looks into the potential of creating a multi-layered city through the activation of urban rooftops.
There are several types of untapped spatial potential, from gaps within the urban fabric to residual public spaces. Still, an aerial view of any city centre uncovers the roofscape as a significant underused surface. Searching beyond penthouses and private extensions, urban roofs have already entered the conversation surrounding both urban densification and climate resiliency. Moreover, as the pandemic underlined a severe need for more outdoor areas, rooftops are regarded as a viable addition to the public space. ....

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Mecanoo Reimagines an Expansive Railway Zone in Holland's Oldest City


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As the team explains, the current railway zone is a barrier in the city with noise and safety challenges arising from freight transport. The new proposal transforms the railway into a destination that connects existing neighborhoods with new green areas. The vision builds on the beauty of the oldest city in Holland, the nature of the Dutch Delta, but also raw elements such as infrastructure, railways and industry.
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In the vision, the Stadsbrug transforms from a motorway into a high-level green city park. The greenery of Weizigtpark connects across the railway, enabling access into the city center. As proposed, Dordrecht Central Station would be the greenest station in the Netherlands. The new residential areas will be built entirely from wood sourced from production forests on the island. This is one of the examples of strengthening a local and sustainable economy. The plan imagines the city s transformation over the next twen ....

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