Future Cities Düsseldorf: The Kö in Transition

The Königsallee is the beating heart of Düsseldorf’s city center, as it always was. The process of transition, particularly on the western side of the world-famous magnificent boulevard from the former “line-up of banks”, into vibrant and sustainable urban mixed-usage sets new benchmarks for urban development and taps fresh potential for residents, visitors, tenants and investors.

The report identifies four building blocks that are critical for urban development aimed at achieving sustainable city centers and that are being successfully implemented in Düsseldorf:

• Invigorating urban life by introducing mixed usage and architectural flagship projects
• Improving the city climate and the amenities by having more public places and green areas, flanked by modern, networked mobility offerings
• New and converted buildings harnessing the highest sustainability standards for energy efficiency and conserving resources
• Creating central premium space for office, retail, gastronomy and culture