I’m sure there’s nothing new I can say about New York’s High
Line (the former elevated freight rail line now repurposed as a landscaped
walkway) but I will just note that a recent visit on a beautiful early Fall day
confirms that this is one of the best pedestrian projects in the country. Tourists from around the world (the
variety of languages is amazing) come to walk the High Line, and with good
reason. Now open for four years,
the High Line’s incredible views, lush landscaping, and well-maintained pathway
combine to make the walk a delightful experience. When the new Whitney Museum building opens in 2015 at the
bottom end of the High Line, the whole area (the “Meatpacking District”
describes its past) will be a real showcase.
Unfortunately neither the Whitney nor any other adjacent
building has any direct access to the High Line, and apparently does not plan
to.
The High Line is maintained by its own nonprofit (link here)
which has done a remarkable job.
I know that the success of the High Line has started other
cities thinking about how they can repurpose some of the odd remnants of
infrastructure they are left with.
Can’t see to see some more creative projects!
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