Advisory Services Panel Report: Frankfurt Mainkai
Unlocking Frankfurt's potential: A comprehensive vision for Mainkai riverfront transformation
In the pursuit of transforming urban spaces into vibrant, sustainable, and people-centred environments, the city of Frankfurt has embarked on an ambitious journey to redefine the iconic Mainkai riverfront. As the Main river weaves its way through the heart of the city, the Mainkai holds immense potential to become a hub of activity, culture, and connection.
With a focus on sustainable urban planning, mobility, cultural enrichment, and holistic well-being, the ULI expert panel was tasked with providing strategic recommendations to guide the redevelopment of the Mainkai.
The panel proposed three pillars of recommendations for transforming the Mainkai urban space into a vibrant, sustainable, and people-centred environment. These consist of three phases:
Phase A: Vision and Strategy
1. Mainkai as a catalyst propelling broader urban development
2. Align with regional and citywide development plans
3. Stakeholder engagement and community communication
Phase B: Create an Iconic Presence
4. Emphasise placemaking and public art
5. Integrate blue and green infrastructure
6. Prioritise active mobility and reimagine the Bahnhofsviertel
Phase C: Project Implementation
7. Establish a dedicated authority for project development
8. Branding and image projection
9. Phased planning approach
Report Summary: In the pursuit of transforming urban spaces into vibrant, sustainable, and people-centred environments, the city of Frankfurt has embarked on an ambitious journey to redefine the iconic Mainkai riverfront. As the Main river weaves its way through the heart of the city, the Mainkai holds immense potential to become a hub of activity, culture, and connection.
With a focus on sustainable urban planning, mobility, cultural enrichment, and holistic well-being, the ULI expert panel was tasked with providing strategic recommendations to guide the redevelopment of the Mainkai.
The panel proposed three pillars of recommendations for transforming the Mainkai urban space into a vibrant, sustainable, and people-centred environment. These consist of three phases:
Phase A: Vision and Strategy
1. Mainkai as a catalyst propelling broader urban development
2. Align with regional and citywide development plans
3. Stakeholder engagement and community communication
Phase B: Create an Iconic Presence
4. Emphasise placemaking and public art
5. Integrate blue and green infrastructure
6. Prioritise active mobility and reimagine the Bahnhofsviertel
Phase C: Project Implementation
7. Establish a dedicated authority for project development
8. Branding and image projection
9. Phased planning approach