Usage Labs
Track 4
Inaugurated in the summer of 2019, Voie 4 is a welcoming deck featuring terraces and greenery, located southwest of the Nyon train station square. This temporary space was conceived as a “usage laboratory”—a full-scale model—that allows people to envision what the final station platform will look like.
The project to transform the train station plaza is part of the “Cœur de ville” action plan led by the Municipality. Ultimately, the entire station area is set to become a welcoming and attractive public space. It will enable efficient multimodal transportation, with a strong emphasis on sustainable transportation options.
La Voie 4 offers a glimpse of the station’s transformation. While discussions to define its future layout are underway, the City has chosen to act immediately to give residents a preview of the future of this iconic city landmark.
The Voie 4 deck was inaugurated with this in mind in June 2019. It is a usage laboratory—a full-scale model—that allows the public to “walk through” and test potential design options for the future station. Since its completion, several surveys have been conducted to gather feedback from users and inform the City’s planning for the future of this area.
What’s in it?
a wooden deck on the southwest side of the plaza featuring terraces, picnic tables, benches, and seating
shade provided by trees integrated into the deck
a path for pedestrians and cyclists between the deck and the storefronts
a bike rack
deck lighting that creates a welcoming atmosphere in the evening
art installations
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Would you like to help develop this space? Do you have any feedback for us? Would you like to stay informed about upcoming workshops? Write to us!
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