The nordic coastal cities are attracting residents and investments with their cleanliness and safety
Growing cities in Northern Europe are making use of coastal areas for residential construction. There are many experiments with new types of solutions for public spaces.
The nordic coastal cities are attracting residents and investments with their cleanliness and safety
The coastal cities of Northern Europe are attracting residents and investments with their cleanliness and safety. The Nordic way of urban life is based on former harbour areas where the sea continues to be an important element throughout the year. The atmosphere of harbour areas – cranes, piers, banks, channels, basins and old shipping industry structures – has been integrated into the appearances and identities of the new districts. Residential areas need to be high quality, compact and ecological.
Cycling, boating and outdoor recreation are part of the way of living in northern coastal cities. Swimming is important as well, even in the winter. Coastal areas have floating buildings with swimming pools, coffee shops and social spaces. Urban architecture also covers lighting solutions and bridges.