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Pforzheim's City Center to Undergo Major Transformation with East City Development

Pforzheim's city center is set for a massive overhaul. The East City Development project promises a vibrant, modern heart for the city, leaving behind the car-centric past.

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This is a picture of a city, where there are buildings, trees, poles, roads, vehicles , sky.

Pforzheim's City Center to Undergo Major Transformation with East City Development

Pforzheim's city center is set for a major transformation. The East City Development, the largest and most significant urban concept since World War II, aims to reshape the city's heart for the next 50 to 100 years. This ambitious project comes as the importance of city centers shifts from shopping to quality of stay.

Currently, the city center is dominated by car space and divided by a federal road from the East City. The new Alfons-Kern School, though well-intentioned, occupies valuable space that could have been better used for the city center concept. The Technical Town Hall also falls short of modern workplace standards and energy efficiency.

Led by architectural firm ATP Berlin and its managing director Niklas Veelken, a broad and experienced planner team is driving the East City Development. This team understands that city center development is a long-term business, measured in generations, and half-hearted or voter-driven projects can poison the city's growth.

The East City Development, Pforzheim's most important inner-city project since World War II, is underway. It aims to create a vibrant, modern city center that meets the changing needs of its residents and visitors. With a dedicated team and a clear vision, this project promises to leave a lasting impact on the city's future.

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