Allegro
New York Subway Concept
ALLEGRO
New York Subway Concept
New York Subway in 2040
Step into a world of refined elegance beneath the bustling streets of New York. In 2040, the New York subway transcends mere transportation, becoming a luxurious haven of opulence and comfort. Glide through the city in unmatched style, as we redefine the art of commuting, offering a journey that marries the grandeur of the past with the innovation of the future.
Research Overview
Research underscores the persistent issue of overcrowding in the New York City subway system, a problem that is poised to worsen as the city's population continues to grow into 2040. With an increasing number of commuters relying on the subway, the strain on its infrastructure and services is expected to intensify, necessitating innovative solutions to ensure its continued efficiency and functionality.
Opportunity Area
Design an extension of the existing New York Subway, encouraging use of public transportation to a new audience
Needs to be a luxury experience that is able to provide passengers with a pause in life, as if they were transported away from stress
In this transitional time, passengers should be able to take a moment for themselves, either productively or mindfully
Additional Goals
Reliable mode of transportation that ensures safety, cleanliness, and efficiency
Regulates crowding and divides the existing subway-riding population to reduce overcrowding
Profit from the luxury subway experience will be redirected into the New York Subway system
Chosen Brand / Brand Language
Main Inspiration / Design Language
Movement implying speed and modernity | Lighting for user circulation, additional design appeal, and general environmental ambiance | Repeating arches and patterns to encourage flow and circulation, along with hinting at the city’s historical Old City Hall Station | Linework and design based on motif from Old City Hall Station | Welcoming, warm color palette
Additional Historical Inspiration
User Experience
Gravity Sketch enabled designers and architects to visualize and refine their concepts in a virtual 3D environment. With this powerful tool, they could create intricate station layouts, luxurious train car interiors, and stunning architectural elements with unprecedented precision and creativity. The ability to sketch and sculpt in 3D space allowed for a level of detail and immersion that was previously unattainable.
Gravity Sketch Validation
Allegro: the Business-Class Train
Allegro
A New York Subway Experience
