《From TOD to TOLD; The Metamorphosis of Transit-Oriented Development for a New Lifestyle》

Benefiting from China's economic development and urban expansion, the TOD (Transit-Oriented Development) construction model has flourished across the country. Its core lies in the compact development model of integrated station-city development, which has significantly changed people's commuting and lifestyle. Through exploring how TOD catalyzes new lifestyles, this article proposes the T-O-L-D design concept, focusing on listening to and expressing this new Lifestyle, and offers strategies for creating this new lifestyle.

1.Comprehensive - One-stop Living Center; Mixed-use complexes as urban living rooms and life stages

a. Metro stations as life centers

b. Core public spaces

c. Rooftop gardens and interactive venues

d. Vertically stacked compound functional spaces

e. Convenient and comfortable transit hubs

2.Immersive - Experience Reigns Supreme; Creating Distinctive Scenario Spaces     

a. Local culture as the trendy finishing touch

b. Presenting future scenarios

c. Unique project identity and IP

3. Green - Healthy Lifestyle Trends

a. Strolling through natural public streets

b. Creating pedestrian-friendly, environmentally comfortable neighborhoods