The Line represents an engine for development in the studied area, as
well as an opportunity at the local and municipal levels.
The main objectives of the project were: facilitating non-motorized mobility, increasing the safety of the area, improving the urban image, and mitigating the effects of physical
and noise pollution.
The project involved close collaboration among all urban actors in Bucharest: whether it was public consultations, debates, or other
activities, citizens were involved in every stage. Since the project took place
during the COVID-19 pandemic, technology played an important role in its implementation.
As such, an exploratory study was conducted, predominantly utilizing digital
mapping and querying methods, which were combined with field visits
and participatory observations. In the end, approximately 4,000 citizens
expressed their opinions about the future of the area, and as a result of this
extensive consultation, the development concept was finalized.
The project consisted of several phases
and required an interdisciplinary team
composed of urban planners, architects,
landscape architects, sociologists, and
anthropologists.
The final result was
translated into a detailed design concept
at the feasibility study level, validated,
and supported by the community.
