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Strand East by IKEA is an Urban Planning Project in the UK

— April 13, 2012 — Art & Design
Strand East by IKEA is a major urban planning project that's taking place in Stratford, London. A 26-acre industrial site is being converted into a miniature world with everything accessible by walking. It's located south of Olympic Park and this mini sector of land will offer 1,200 homes, a Marriott hotel and a school. On top of that, there'll be 620,000 square feet of restaurants, boutiques, commercial sites and healthcare facilities.

The purpose of this project works around the concept of not having to drive away from the area to do everyday tasks. Strand East is truly going to be a little paradise of its own as the area design will be a car free zone; underground parking is available and will free the area with the hassle of cars. There are also some suggestions that garbage collection will be fixed to to tunnels that run underground.

Construction for Strand East by IKEA will start 2013 and is expected to be completed by 2018.



Photo Credits: designboom, strandeast
Trend Themes
1. Car-free Zones - The concept of car-free zones, like the one being created in Strand East, presents an opportunity for urban planning projects to create more sustainable and pedestrian-friendly environments.
2. Mixed-use Developments - The integration of residential, commercial, and healthcare facilities in one development, as seen in Strand East, allows for convenience and accessibility for residents and visitors.
3. Underground Infrastructure - The use of underground tunnels for services like garbage collection, as proposed for Strand East, offers an innovative solution for managing waste in urban areas while minimizing visual impact.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate - Real estate developers can explore the potential of creating car-free zones and mixed-use developments to attract buyers seeking sustainable and convenient living options.
2. Urban Planning - Urban planning professionals can leverage the concept of car-free zones and integrated infrastructure to design projects that prioritize pedestrian access and environmental sustainability.
3. Waste Management - Companies in the waste management industry can explore the implementation of underground infrastructure for more efficient and visually unobtrusive waste collection systems in urban areas.
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