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Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgAn industrial past doesn't always mean a grey and gloomy present. Over the last few years we've seen <a href="http://inhabitat.com/top-6-green-parks-for-a-summer-escape/">urban blights transformed into beautiful public spaces</a> like this spectacular park in Luxembourg designed by <a href="http://www.alleswirdgut.cc/"> AllesWirdGut Architektur</a>. Reminiscent of one of our favorite adaptive reuse projects, the <a href="http://inhabitat.com/nyc/exclusive-photos-of-new-york-citys-high-line-park-section-2/">New York City High Line</a>, the LUX Stahlhof Belval-Ouest is located on what used to be a steelyard and mill. Set between forward-facing high-rise buildings and blast furnaces, the new city development project brings beautiful modern forms, clean lines, bold colors, and much needed greenery to a once somber site.1
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgThe former site was once characterized by an expansive and rough aesthetic with only a few pioneer plants such as moss and birch.2
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgThe goal of the new design was not to upheave the site, but to integrate the past to create a rich, new destination that would let the hidden qualities of the former steelyard shine through.3
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgThe new park incorporates seating areas and new trees that are concentrated into islands to leave large, empty spaces for folly and reflection.4
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgMaterials were kept raw and chosen for their aging abilities so as to evolve with time to create an ever-transforming public space.5
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgCreative seating that also frames unexpected views.6
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgConcrete, wood and untreated steel, in combination with the site's inherent rough detailing, also pay homage to the site's past.7
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgThe park is also accented throughout with warm night-lighting and purple and pink lanterns that, together with the trees, provide a beautiful contrast to the neutral palette of the park.8
Steel Mill Converted Into a Spectacular Public Park in LuxembourgA bit of whimsy can also be found throughout with geometric sculptures and large-scale chess sets distributed across the park.9
