Cheonggyecheon

Question 1

Where?

Answer 1

Seoul, South Korea

Question 2

Why was the river restored?

Answer 2

Ecosystem conservation, improve quality of life, concrete was a hazard due to erosion, more recreational opportunities

Question 3

What was done?

Answer 3

1. Concrete deck and freeway dismantled
2. 22 bridges built. 12 pedestrian walkways, 10 for cars.
3. rapid bus lanes added
4. Water treated to avoid pollution & maintain consistent flow.

Question 4

Attitudes of those involved?

Answer 4

Business owners initially didn’t want the river uncovered.
- made extra parking
- reduced parking fees
- promoted businesses

Question 5

Positive evaluations?

Answer 5

• increased biodiversity
• encouraged tourism (18.1 million visitors by 2008)
• public facilities encourage cultural diversity
• property prices increased
• less congestion
• 2.5°C reduction
• re-established habitats

Question 6

Negative evaluations?

Answer 6

• non-inclusive design
• not economically sustainable