PERSONALISED COMMUTE: THE TRAIN OF THE FUTURE!

Mecanoo architects and the circular-furniture expert, gispen, conceptualized a modular and changeable train interior that facilitated a variety of activities for passengers. Their goal was to create sustainable transportation that could be globally copied… ÂŹ When the Dutch National Railway Company (NS) was weaving the fabric of a futuristic train, it drew the basic threads from each traveler and his or her individual journey. This sentiment is very important, particularly in the service industry, which is highly motivated and driven by the experiences of its customers. Every traveler and every trip is an own experience. The actions of train passengers were mapped by mecanoo and gispen, in collaboration with ns. They have established six activity zones based on their data, ranging from open and sociable to secluded and intense, moving clockwise around the map. There are twelve distinct furniture modules that may be arranged in a variety of ways to separate the travelers’ activity zones. These modules include both already used and newly developed parts and combinations for the train’s interior. A dynamic travel landscape is created with various seating, “stit” (sit-stand or leaning) and standing places, where each traveler can find a place that suits him depending on his activity, travel time, group size, luggage, and required facilities. This landscape is designed to accommodate a variety of travelers. With this adaptable twelve-module furniture system, an ideal traveling environment may be created for every kind of train by combining the modules in a way that is acceptable for that specific train. The manufacture method for these components is entirely closed-looped. The textiles are reusable, and not only are the modules replaceable but they can also be readily dismantled. Comfortable, easily accessible, and welcome to everyone, it is a reflection of both gispen’s expertise as a furniture maker and mecanoo’s experience as an architect and interior designer in the way that it is warm and inviting to all. The end result is a forward-thinking train design that transforms traveling into an entirely fresh experience that is unique to each passenger. You will be able to get more out of your day thanks to the train of the future, for example because you will be able to work without being interrupted. It will transform the time spent traveling into time that may be used for working. or time for relaxing activities like reading, conversing, or just hanging around. The train makes everything possible, but the passengers are the ones who make the decision. according to tjalling smit, a member of the NS executive board. Therefore, be ready to go on a trip into the future that is sustainable – in more ways than one! Visit the website indiaartndesign.com to see the images.