paris, place de la republique - a story of change
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The transformation and reclaiming of a major city square in Paris. Imagine this happening in all our cities...TRANSCRIPT
Le Place de la République, Paris
A Story of ChangeAssembled by Guy Dauncey (www.earthfuture.com), from www.placedelarepublique.paris.fr
TVK and other sourcesThanks to Brian Pirolli at www.smartplanet.com for the heads-up!
1759: Authorization of buskers and small theaters brings the Boulevard du Temple.
It becomes ”The Boulevard of Crime".
August 1811, a fountain is opened on the square.
In 1865, Haussmann built a large rectangular square. In 1867, the old fountain is replaced by a fountain.
July 14, 1883, the statue of the Republic is inaugurated, symbol of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity
La Fête a Place de la République, ParisChrista Kieffer
1890: Place de la République, Paris
1904-1935, Development of the Metro
Early 20th century
1942: Occupation
2011: 60% of the space is dedicated to the car
www.squareproject.blogspot.com
2008: Taxi drivers protest
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Au-dessus de Paris edited by Robert Laffont
2006: Rush Hour Flickr, Mippzon
Le Place de la Republique is an urban creation of the nineteenth century.
Over the decades, it has built a strong symbolic value. However, traffic has become paramount at the expense of urban quality and a diversity of uses.
In 2008 Paris City Hall launched an ambitious project for its redevelopment, around three objectives:
1. To reaffirm the republican symbol and enhance the historical heritage2. To integrate the new mobility and create a better sharing of the public space3. To enhance the usability of the site and create a gathering place
Developed in consultation with local residents, users, traders and, more broadly, the citizens of Paris, the project aims to restore Parisian charm and friendliness.
After a contest, the prime contract was entrusted to the architectural planners Trévelo & Viger-Kohler (TVK).
2011: The City of Paris unveils plans to create a convivial spacewww.placedelarepublique.paris.fr
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www.placedelarepublique.paris.frYea – Paris!