THE RED THREAD
Decades ago, a tramway ran along rue Notre-Dame in Lachine. Today, all that remains of this passageway are a few red lampposts, which catch the eye of anyone passing along the street. Inspired by the color of Notre-Dame's iconic lampposts and the sinuosity of the tramway tracks, the red thread unfurls along the commercial artery to reveal the site's history and guide its future. It guides an itinerary on a human scale, designed to be inclusive, convivial and unifying. Taking the form of both integrated furniture and tactile paving stones, the red thread gives rue Notre-Dame back to the Lachine community, with a focus on appropriation.
A SHARED STREET FOR A HEALTHY COMMUNITY
Centered around street sharing, the red thread gives priority to pedestrians, encourages active mobility and facilitates links with public transport. Thanks to wider sidewalks, merchants have all the space they need to deploy terraces or set up temporary sales kiosks, thereby contributing to the liveliness of the street. The addition of benches, the renewal of lighting and the greening of the street all contribute to making Notre-Dame safer, more pleasant and more resilient.
The pandemic has shown just how important outdoor meeting spaces are. That's why the fil rouge wants to keep the street lively and friendly all year round.
In summer, commercial terraces can occupy certain parking spaces, and segments of the street can be closed to make way for the appropriation of citizens and businesses. In autumn, lighting is managed to keep the street bright despite the early sunset. Some terraces are still open, with heaters. In winter, snow covers the vegetation and the lighting is festive, with winter activities taking place in the 11th Avenue park. In spring, Notre-Dame begins to bud and bloom. The street comes back to life. Throughout the year, the market adapts, welcoming local artisans and seasonal products.
REVAMPED PUBLIC SPACES
By adding a public square near the market where people can meet and talk, the market becomes a destination for Lachinois. Its walking distance from the waterfront makes it an ideal place to enjoy a snack. Cyclists, walkers and boaters will all find something to suit them.
At the intersection of 11th Avenue, the square is enlarged to create a new social space. A dedicated space will host foodtrucks and a sidewalk sale. The revitalization of the street depends on the presence of local residents and the liveliness of the area. That's why public amenities are at the heart of the project: they attract people and contribute to the social and commercial vitality of the street. If Lachine developed along the water's edge, this is the common thread that will guide the revitalization of Notre-Dame Street through a human-scale itinerary.
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The members of the jury emphasized the graphic quality of "The Red Thread" proposal by Collectif paysage, which however seems to have taken precedence over the landscaping proposals. These, like the double alignment of trees, could have been more fully developed and given greater prominence.
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