Can reclaimed public lands at the terminus of a high-speed rail line become the site of a domestic special economic zone?
Less than three hours by train from Seoul, JeollaNamDo Bay’s natural geography is striking. Public lands formed by reclamation have bay vistas, are surrounded by natural ridges and have few signs of urbanization. The economic development analysis explores regional tourism markets in Northeast Asia, deemed a market segment Korea cannot afford to lose. The approach includes urban design elements which appeal to people traveling from nearby megacities seeking to reconnect with nature’s cycles. The approach catalyzes long-term and sustained private investment; long-term benefit and prosperity to the people of JeollaNamDo Province, and the restoration and protection of the natural environment.
Services included feasibility analysis, master planning, urban design, project management and development strategy. Client: Genii Capital & Province of Jeolla Namdo, Republic of Korea, 2007-2009 Collaborators: WSP, AW4B.