'NEOM' is the name of a new, futuristic megacity that is set to be built across three countries, Jordan, Egypt and Saudi Arabia, to offer an imaginative look into the future. Officially, NEOM is out to distinguish itself as "the safest, most efficient, most future oriented and best place to live and work."
The project announced by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud will be completely constructed from scratch, with an emphasis on integrating cutting-edge technologies into the fabric of daily life. This includes everything from passenger drones and "wireless high-speed Internet as a free good called 'digital air'" to automated systems, e-governance and net-zero carbon houses, which will be standard in the city.
Futuristic Concept Megacities
'NEOM' is a Purpose-Built City That Offers a Glimpse into the Future
Trend Themes
1. Futuristic Cities - Creating purpose-built cities with integrated cutting-edge technologies to offer imaginative future living spaces.
2. Smart Homes - Standardizing net-zero carbon houses with automated systems to make homes more energy-efficient and sustainable.
3. Passenger Drones - Introducing passenger drones as a means of transportation to improve efficiency and reduce traffic congestion.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Urban Design - Designing and constructing purpose-built cities with an emphasis on cutting-edge technologies that offer imaginative future living spaces.
2. Technology - Developing innovative technologies such as passenger drones, automated systems, and e-governance that can be integrated into purpose-built cities.
3. Renewable Energy - Providing net-zero carbon houses and integrating renewable energy sources to create more energy-efficient and sustainable living spaces.