Architects Reimagine Spaces Beneath Elevated Structures in 10 Global Projects

In a piece published on April 15, 2026, by Diogo Borges Ferreira on ArchDaily, the focus is on how architects are transforming overlooked areas beneath elevated structures, showcasing ten projects from around the world. The article critiques the modernist concept of lightness, exemplified by Le Corbusier's pilotis, which often results in underused spaces that become fragmented or turned into markets or parking lots. With rising urban density, it’s crucial to engage with these areas. Notable projects highlighted include Mecanoo's Taichung Green Corridor, MVRDV's One Green Mile, and José Adrião Arquitetos' Fonte Nova Square. The discussion underscores the need for architecture to address the social and spatial dynamics beneath elevated structures, as part of ArchDaily's 'Light, Lighter, Lightest' series, sponsored by Vitrocsa.