# Elevated Eco Parks (UPDATE) The Diller Scofidio & Renfro 'High Line' Brings Country into the City By Olivia123 | Published 2011-06-13 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diller-scofidio-renfro References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/06/13/the-high-line-section-2-by-diller-scofidio-renfro-and-james-corner-field-operations/#more-132686) & [dsrny](http://www.dsrny.com/) The [Diller Scofidio & Renfro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canal-cafe) 'High Line' elevated park is certainly a step in the right direction regarding eco-friendly practices. Architects at Diller Scofidio & Renfro collaborated with designers who specialize in landscaping from [James Corner Field Operations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roof-garden) to construct this inner-city oasis. The first section of the High Line project was completed in 2009, and the second phase has recently been completed. The 'High Line' project is gradually transforming an abandoned New York railway line into a lush public park. Since the designers are building on top of this old railway track, the park is [elevated above the city grounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-leisure-habitat), creating a serene stretch of lush lawns. The park contains plenty of plants and benches, and is the perfect place for outdoor activities in the city. This Diller Scofidio & Renfro 'High Lines' park is groundbreaking in urban environmental efforts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Elevated Parks:** The Diller Scofidio & Renfro 'High Line' is an example of an elevated park, demonstrating the trend of incorporating green spaces within urban environments. - **Eco-friendly Practices:** The Diller Scofidio & Renfro 'High Line' showcases the trend of implementing sustainable design principles and eco-friendly practices in urban development projects. - **Repurposing Abandoned Infrastructure:** The transformation of the New York railway line into a lush public park exemplifies the trend of repurposing abandoned infrastructure for recreational and environmental purposes. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** The Diller Scofidio & Renfro 'High Line' project presents opportunities for architects to design and create innovative elevated parks in urban areas. - **Landscape Design:** The collaboration between Diller Scofidio & Renfro and James Corner Field Operations highlights the demand for landscape designers specialized in creating green spaces within urban environments. - **Urban Development:** The development of elevated parks like the Diller Scofidio & Renfro 'High Line' opens up opportunities for urban developers to revitalize abandoned infrastructure and enhance the cityscape. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Park Nature Lookouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amager-nature-park.md) - [Urban Roofscape Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards.md) - [Regenerative Eco-Park Infrastructures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-texcoco.md) - [Elevated Urban Skate Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aan-architects.md) - [Upcoming Architectural Floating Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centroparco.md) - [Tunnel Six-Lane Highway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-bridge-and-prairie.md) - [Graveyard-Transformed Public Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-of-memories.md) - [Warm Weather-Catered Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scottsdale-civic-plaza.md) - [Eco-Farm Landscape Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxeisland-farm.md)