מעבר לקווים

The project proposes a new transportation and urban hub in the Port of Haifa, serving as a gateway that reconnects the Lower City, Haifa Center HaShmona Railway Station, the Maritime Passenger Terminal, and the waterfront. The proposal addresses the physical and spatial barrier created by the railway infrastructure through a continuous network of bridges, public spaces, and underground development, establishing seamless pedestrian connectivity and urban continuity across the site. Rather than treating transportation infrastructure as an obstacle, the project transforms it into a catalyst for urban regeneration and public life. The design integrates a renewed railway station, a maritime passenger terminal, a hotel, commercial areas, cultural facilities, and leisure spaces into a unified architectural system that combines movement, gathering, and everyday urban activity. By introducing multiple layers of circulation and public space above and below the existing infrastructure, the project restores the connection between the city and the sea while preserving the historical identity of the site and introducing a contemporary architectural language. Ultimately, the proposal redefines the role of a transportation hub, not merely as a place of transit, but as a vibrant urban destination that encourages social interaction, public life, and the revitalization of Haifa's waterfront.