Transportation Transformation Towards Urban Renaissance

Urban transportation transformation can serve as a catalyst for comprehensive urban regeneration, offering long-term benefits beyond immediate improvements. A study on Hangzhou's West Lake Cultural Landscape demonstrates that integrating transport hubs with public services and spaces, enhancing last-kilometre accessibility, and optimizing the public space network can revitalize historical districts while preserving cultural heritage. The research proposes seven strategies—including transforming transport hubs, upgrading public services, refining accessibility, and improving resilience—to guide urban regeneration projects. A pilot project in the Wulin Pedestrian Zone illustrates how targeted transportation improvements can drive economic, cultural, and commercial development, showcasing a model for sustainable urban renewal.

Zhang, X., Hua, X., & Pan, H. (2024). Transportation Transformation Towards Urban Renaissance. Australia and China Perspectives on Urban Regeneration and Rural Revitalization, 144–159. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003414186-8