The Line - a city of the future

Abstract

This study has the purpose to unpack one of the most mind-blowing concepts proposed by NEOM as a modern solution for the urban planning problem in Saudi Arabia. Reflecting on the impact of the industrial burn out on most of the urban areas, the specialists concluded that society is in desperate need of spaces designed for people and not for cars or machines. The Line, referred

to as the revolution of civilization, would make a difference due to its special way of organization of life. It’s a city that’s 170 kilometers long, 500 meters tall and it’s basically a line cutting straight

across the desert with a facade of mirrors and the most interesting thing about it is that you can travel from one end of it to the other end in just 20 minutes, because it has got an ultra-super high speed public transit, which eliminates the need for cars and encourages walking. The entire city is going to have zero carbon emissions, running exclusively on renewable energy. However, this idea generated much criticism that questions the efficiency of such a project, and this article will help you get some insights and found your own opinion on it.