ALMATY TRAM DEPOT. Turning the former into a sustainable space.

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1 ALMATY TRAM DEPOT. Turning the former into a sustainable space.

2 Introducing the city of Almaty ALMATY 700 sq.km 1.7 mln.

3 «Almaty-2020» City Development Program VISION: The modern city of an international level, comfortable for life and work of the residents, a center of attraction for tourists, traffic flows, business innovation and capital. 5 PRINCIPLES OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROGRAM: - Taking care of everyone - Adoption of effective economic solutions based on best practices - Stimulation of business as the driver of economy - Maximum involvement of the civil society - Accountability and transparency of local authorities 11 SDGs correlates with 7 KEY PRIORITIES of Development Program: Comfortable city Safe city Social oriented city Economically sustainable city City for business and private capital Integrated city City of active citizens

4 Comfortable city radius of service green zone urban zone

5 Tram Depot ALMATY TRAM SYSTEM - historical and cultural value for the city and its citizens December 1 - the first ride of historical Almaty tram. In 15 days the first tram line transported more than 300 thousand passengers Volumes began to decline and on many streets tram lines were gradually dismantled. Only 2 tram lines were operating for the whole city connecting east-west and south-north Almaty Tram Cafe - the city s new identity After several accidents involving old trams the city administration decided to stop their work. Currently, a new project of Almaty LRT with its own depot is being considered. Meanwhile, the old depot has been closed.

6 Basic principles Improvement of space and the construction of the park with the obligatory use of: modern design the green economy project sustainability new technologies cost-efficient project environmentally friendly materials A new format place to relax, work and leisure 24/7 navigation system 24/7 hours open comfortable outdoor furniture children area throughout music pavilions, exhibitions, gallery fairs and entertainment park free use of books public charging stations Wi-Fi network throughout the territory performances and lectures area coffee places

7 Concept INCUBATOR Modern classrooms Cooperating Lecture hall Auditorium Creative offices EXHIBITION Exhibitions Workshops Press center Offices KIDS SPACE Skills improvement school Children's art center Playground Creative workshops LECTURE/ AUDITORIUM Lecture hall Presentations Lecture amphitheater Leisure PUBLIC SPACE Comfortable Benches Thematic filling Comfortable space Attractions COFFEE & SNACKS Low cost coffeehouses Mobile point of catering Non-alcohol café, pavilions Family cafe

8 Site analysis 2.1 ha people 350 people took part in a survey * Percentage of surveyed people living in a radius of 1 km 12% Children/Teenagers - play - socializing with friends Youth - have a good time - chat with friends - art implementation - to drink coffee - to buy fashion/affordable things - work in an informal atmosphere 32% Adults - walks with children - chat with friends - events - coffee - work in an informal atmosphere 34% Older generation - sit - relax - chat with friends - socializing 18%

9 Case study: High Line, New York In NYC in 2004 after the public hearings the park alley was created instead of dismantling railway with trestle. Park "High Line" is located in Manhattan at an altitude of 10 meters above the ground, created on the ground elevated railway, closed in Budget: $ 50 million Source: the local budget Organized: - Walking area with quality outdoor furniture - Landscaping - Greenery

10 Top 3 Projects depo multifunctional city park 1. Create a model of sustainable and healthy society on the symbiosis of modern technology and human interaction. 2. The introduction of Eco technologies and alternative energy in the park (autonomous power supply, recycling of waste into biogas, etc.) 3. Promotion of a healthy lifestyle (HLS) 4. The socialization of the participants and guests of the organization of the park DEPO, through joint activities, games, and leisure. 5. Raise the cultural level of the citizens. Museum and park complex of public transport 1. The preservation of historical heritage tram Almaty as part of the cultural heritage of the city and through the lens of public transport vehicles (vehicles, aviation, water transport, etc.) and technological advances. 2. The creation of a creative space for dedicated equipment of children and youth who are interested in transport and communications. 3. The creation of organized space for temporary exhibitions. 4. The organization of open spaces for public events (exhibitions, festivals, public lectures and fairs). Polytechnic Museum of Almaty 1. Preserving the historical memory of the country s achievements in the field of science and technological progress. 2. Forming a space for the community of scientific and technical intellectuals of all ages. 3. Creating a place where the younger generation is awakening interest in the scientific world by forming a powerful stream of education about the nature of things. 5. It is prestigious: the presence of Science and Technology Museum - a sign of advanced countries.

11 Contacts 85 Dostyk ave / office (102) cda@cda.kz, urbancenter.almaty@gmail.com facebook.com/groups/centerofurbanstudies_almaty instagram.com/urbancenter_almaty Thank you for your attention! Almaty Development Centre JSC