What are the most anticipated infrastructure projects of 2024?
We explore the development of the field of architecture in greater detail as we move ahead in 2024, and we are definitely looking forward to the most highly awaited projects that will come to light this year.
The Awaited List of the said projects is as follows:
Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral Restoration
The iconic Gothic structure in the heart of Paris has been inaccessible to the public since 2019 due to a destructive fire that destroyed its roof, causing the 19th-century spire to collapse and putting its stone vaults in jeopardy. Restoration work got underway right away.
The restoration of the spire is almost finished, and the stonework’s internal cleaning was finished recently. The Cathedral will reopen in December 2024, meeting the aggressive timeframe that the French government set. Even after this date, some restoration work will still be done.
Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Village
Arguably the most well-known athletic events in the world, the Olympic Games have a significant impact on the infrastructure and spatial planning of the city that hosts them. The following edition is scheduled for Paris, France, in the summer of 2024. Architect Dominique Perrault is in charge of the Olympic and Paralympic Village master concept and vision for Paris 2024.
The village, which spans 119,000 square metres and offers a varied programme, is intended to remain in Paris following the end of the games as a permanent community.
China Philharmonic Concert Hall in Beijing
Ma Yansong is leading MAD Architects in the design of Beijing’s China Philharmonic Concert Hall, which is almost finished. The China Philharmonic Orchestra will make its permanent home in this 26,000-square-meter structure, which MAD won in a competition in 2014. Upon completed in 2024, it will serve as a new centre for classical music and cross-cultural exchange, but preliminary estimates had indicated as early 2023 opening.
Populus Hotel
The Populus Hotel by Studio Gang is slated to become the country’s first carbon-positive hotel. The Denver, Colorado-based development is slated to open in 2024. It aims to find ways to sequester more carbon than it is projected to produce in its lifetime by combining creative construction methods with carefully selected materials and working with nearby agricultural and forest partners.
The Greenwich, Manhattan
Located in central Manhattan, The Greenwich by Rafael Viñoly was once known as 125 Greenwich Street and is a residential tower. An exposed concrete column and a curving glass facade are integrated into the tower’s slender, tall construction, highlighting its unique architectural and structural approach. Construction on the 88-story tower began earlier this year, with completion scheduled for 2024.
Beijing City Library
The new Beijing Library was scheduled to open in early 2023 and is intended to provide a different kind of public place that celebrates Beijing’s rich cultural heritage while promoting learning, knowledge exchange, and open discussions. The world’s largest library reading room will be housed in the Snøhetta and ECADI-designed library, which is now under construction and has a canopy like a forest.
Shopping District in Xi’an, China
In honour of the history of ceramics in Xi’an, China, Heatherwick Studio created a brand-new retail area. The complex, which occupies 111,000 square metres, combines social rooms, a hotel, offices, and apartments. The property is now in the process of being built, with completion planned for 2024.
Sun Rock Project
Taiwan’s dedication to the green energy transition is reflected in MVRDV’s data-driven energy production tool, Taipower Power Company, which was the client of the project. On-site solar energy generation is optimised by the design. Featuring offices, a maintenance workshop, storage, and a public gallery, the project serves as an operational facility and aims to become a “built manifesto,” representing the company’s vision for a future free of carbon emissions.
Zayed National Museum
The Zayed National Museum was created as an homage to Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and is intended to serve as the hub of the Saadiyat Island Cultural District. The museum, which displays the development of the United Arab Emirates, combines modern efficiency with customary Arabic hospitality and style. The museum is tucked away in a beautifully designed garden that depicts Sheikh Zayed’s life story as a tribute to his legacy. On the office website, it is stated that the project is expected to be finished in 2024.
Navi Mumbai Airport, India
The worldwide competition for the architectural layout of Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), a vital infrastructure project for the largest metropolis in India, was won in 2018 by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA). A new terminal building, an air traffic control tower, and associated access points are all part of ZHA’s scope, which addresses capacity constraints at the current Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. It is planned for this to start up in December 2024.
Conclusion
The infrastructure projects that are projected for 2024 hold great potential to transform metropolitan environments, improve transportation systems, and stimulate economic growth. These projects, which range from bold green efforts to significant transportation upgrades, have the potential to raise living standards, promote sustainability, and stimulate local economies. The upcoming year offers an exciting chance for advancement and revolution in infrastructure construction, as communities eagerly await its completion.
