What if we flood parts of the Netherlands that are below sea level? Not accidentally, but on purpose. What if, instead of resisting nature, we choose to coexist with it? This fundamental shift in perspective leads to the idea of purposefully flooding parts of the Netherlands that are below sea level, thereby giving rise to a more adaptive and resilient landscape.
So, what is now known as the Randstad will become the Deltastad. A cluster…
What if we flood parts of the Netherlands that are below sea level? Not accidentally, but on purpose. What if, instead of resisting nature, we choose to coexist with it? This fundamental shift in perspective leads to the idea of purposefully flooding parts of the Netherlands that are below sea level, thereby giving rise to a more adaptive and resilient landscape.
So, what is now known as the Randstad will become the Deltastad. A cluster of archipelagos interwoven with urban centers. All seamlessly connected with each other by an extensive rail and bus network. This future mobility system serves as the lifeblood of this new-age metropolis, facilitating fluid movement.
The heart of this network comprises of rapid and circle lines consisting of rail and water transport. Together they create a web of transportation, connecting each urban center. At a local level, automated buses tailored to specific neighbourhoods contribute to the accessibility and convenience of intra-neighbourhood travel. Transit hubs act as pivotal points, linking the various modes of transportation and ensuring movement in the city.
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However, such a change requires different streets for different modes of transport. separate thoroughfares dedicated to rapid travel and integrated lanes for local commuting. This segregation not only streamlines the flow of transportation but also ensures a harmonious
coexistence of diverse transit methods.
The intersections between rapid and circle transit lines emerge as vibrant nodes, bustling with
activity and laden with opportunities for chance encounters. These hubs become more than mere points of transit; they evolve into communal spaces, fostering social interactions and cultural exchanges.
The incorporation of waterbuses at points where the sea reaches the city edges creates new ways to travel to other cities. While also being a reminder of our vulnerability in the face of nature, instilling a sense of respect for the forces that shape our environment.
This futuristic vision of Deltastad challenges us to think beyond traditional urban paradigms, encouraging a symbiotic relationship with nature and water. It prompts us to adapt, not just physically but also culturally, as we embrace a new way of life.
And amidst this metamorphosis of the Randstad to the Deltastad, our own travels in this new future mobility will change, in one way not too much, but also quite a lot.
