The Lane

THE LANE reimagines northern Turin through a bold linear intervention sparked by Metro Line 2. Uniting a fragmented landscape—from a historic cemetery to vibrant markets and former industrial sites—the design creates a continuous shared space spine anchored by a multifunctional water basin and sunken playground. Vacant plots are transformed into dynamic public spaces, promoting inclusion, movement, and community life. Traffic is calmed, nature is amplified, and boundaries are softened. This urban thread redefines the district’s identity, turning voids into active commons and sparking a resilient, people-first neighborhood revival—a sustainable strategy of reconnection, softness, and social vibrancy.

Authors
Soroush Mohammadtaheri, Saba Ranjbarbalaei, Milla Randsborg, Emma Heng Walaunet

Course
Adaptive public spaces

Professors
Massimo Crotti, Claudio Germak, Anna Pellegrino, Louena Shtrepi

Master's degree
Architecture for Sustainability