Eco-Boulevards

Chicago, Illinois

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As a continuation of the Growing Water: Chicago in 2100 Competition, the Eco-Boulevards project envisions Chicago evolving into a model city for recycling or “growing” water. Eco-Boulevards will connect and expand Chicago's existing parks and waterways, functioning as a giant “Living Machine”, naturally treating 100% of Chicago’s waste and stormwater. Treated water will be harvested and/or returned to the Great Lakes, creating a closed water loop within Chicago.

Each Eco-Boulevard will differ to meet the needs of adjacent neighborhoods. Functioning as open plazas, public spaces and parks, the Eco-Boulevards will re-make the city in the image of its own motto, Urbs in Horto, City in a Garden.

phase: Design Development, October 2008