The design of railway areas for cohesion and urban mobility

Abstract

This paper examines the transformations of railway infrastructures and their impact on urban development and local communities, with a focus on developing an urban planning strategy aimed to revitalize the railway and industrial areas in Cluj-Napoca. The primary aim of this research is to promote better integration and connectivity between different sectors of the city, thereby facilitating more effective social and economic inclusion between both sectors. By addressing these aspects, the goal is to create a more balanced and prosperous urban environment, where resources and opportunities are distributed and accessed equitably and sustainably.

The design proposal was developed based on the analysis of three distinct areas from Cluj-Napoca city, with the aim of identifying opportunities for a more prosperous and integrated urban development. Through careful evaluation of these areas, efforts were made to understand the specific needs and potential of each one, in order to achieve an efficient solution for improving residents' quality of life. This holistic and detailed approach has contributed to shaping a comprehensive vision for urban revitalization in these regions of the city.

This work, grounded in the detailed analyses presented, has successfully identified and proposed new spaces of interest and connection within the city. By carefully examining the data and urban context, a series of opportunities have been outlined for developing key areas intended to become focal points and centers of activity within the community.