Toyota’s visionary Woven City, designed by architecture firm BIG, has reached a significant milestone with the completion of its first phase. Positioned at the site of the former Higashi-Fuji Plant in Susono City, Shizuoka Prefecture, the city aims to redefine urban living through smart, sustainable design.
Key Highlights of Phase One
- Resident Integration by 2025
Approximately 100 residents will move into the city by autumn 2025, with phase one accommodating 360 people and a future capacity of 2,000. - Eco-friendly Wooden Buildings
Staggered wooden buildings with solar-panelled roofs dominate the urban landscape. Apartments also feature planted terraces, integrating green spaces into daily life. - Innovative Road Design
Streets are divided into three sections:- Autonomous vehicles like Toyota’s e-Palette.
- Personal transport modes, including bicycles and scooters.
- Pedestrian-friendly “linear parks” featuring plants.
Testing Ground for Innovation
Residents of Woven City will serve as test users for Toyota’s vehicles and smart technologies. Collaborations include:
- Nissin Food Products developing new food environments.
- Daikin testing pollen-free air conditioning solutions.
Vision for the Future
Described as a “woven grid” by BIG founder Bjarke Ingels, Woven City exemplifies emission-free, autonomous, and shared mobility solutions. According to Ingels, the city has the potential to inspire and guide the urban development of other cities globally.