The High Line - take two

At the risk of beating a dead horse regarding the High Line (which seems to have crept up in every NY news source over the past week), I enjoyed this Design Observer article about the park. The article explores the design process that went into the park, along with the implications of the narrow, elevated space it inhabits. As the article argues, the narrow pathway, which at times gives way to landscaping, causes parkgoers to meander slowly through the directional forces of its structures (including planks and benches), as well as its curvy shape. Plentiful benches and lounge chairs underscore the idea of a slow stroll. Each structure along the way functions in multiple ways, and in doing so, reduces clutter. The surrounding buildings and landscapes become picturesque sights, causing viewers to stop and admire them. The park's unique form is perhaps what has attracted so much public attention, as it seems to be a reflection of what urban life will be in the future.