Water bodies near metropolitan cores have huge potential to be icons of the city, which is exactly why through Andrew Bedov designed Aqualis Pier for for Moscow River.
Bedov's Moscow By The Pier concept could change the urban stream to became a signature piece of the Russian capital, like the Seine is to Paris.
"It promises to be the hub of connectivity, with water buses plying commuters upstream and down, with infrastructure akin to subways and metros," Yanko Design explains. "The waterbus station is planned in such a way, that it allows the commuters to enjoy the natural beauty of the river, while waiting for their ride."
For a better idea of Andrew Bedov's vision, take a look at the pictures of the Aqualis Pier Concept for Moscow River in the gallery above.
Upstream Urban Commutes
The Aqualis Pier Concept for Moscow River by Andrew Bedov
Trend Themes
1. Riverside Connectivity - Creating waterbus infrastructure that connects commuters upstream and down and allows commuters to enjoy natural beauty could become a game changer for urban transportation.
2. Urban Waterfront Reimagined - Designing iconic and aesthetically pleasing structures for waterfronts can create a unique identity for metropolitan areas.
3. Environmental Sustainability on Waterways - Developing sustainable and eco-friendly modes of transportation on waterways could be a promising trend for cities working towards becoming more environmentally conscious.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - Establishing a waterbus transportation system could encourage innovation in the transportation industry and offer more sustainable options.
2. Architecture - Creating unique and iconic structures for waterfront transportation infrastructure could provide opportunities for architecture and design firms to showcase sustainable and innovative design.
3. Tourism - Riverside connectivity and waterfront reimagined concepts could offer unique sightseeing and tourism opportunities for urban areas with waterfronts.