The quarter will include three-story residential buildings, with two mini-skyscrapers of seven floors. To combat the country's housing crisis and exploding rents, this quarter will offer living spaces for all people with different socialeconomic backgrounds. Three hectares of green space is planned, along with green roof terraces.
The area will largely be car-free, with two large car parks on the outer boundaries of the quarter. The inner city will have public transport options, but is mainly designed for pedestrians and cyclists. Currently, the industrial terrain is being torn down and renovation works are underway. The first construction phase will launch in 2022.
Citizens were involved in the initial planning and concept behind Rout Lëns, which is CO2 neutral and sustainable. For example, participants were keen on keeping the industrial heritage of the area, and this is now intertwined in the overall architecture designs and urban planning.
An exhibition is planned for January, inviting the public to see the quarter and its plans with their own eyes.
The impressive turbine hall in the quarter could house cultural events, and the old glassblowing hall will make space for sports facilities and a climbing wall.
