Challenge by STATE Studio
How might we rethink Berlin’s future of mobility?
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The different possibilities and preferences of transport of Berlin’s citizens and the use of public urban space are often in conflict with each other. This presents a challenge for the transformation towards a sustainable future of urban mobility in the city. Let’s envision all possible mobility futures, and reimagine our present world together.

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In the course of the survey, 45 opinions were collected and evaluated. Future scenarios were created from these with the help of AI.
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14 Ratings
Daniel Krajzewicz (Local Expert Group)
A new law prohibits empty rides of autonomous private vehicles as their introduction yield in a high rise of transport trips, including going back and picking up a new person.
41% certain
16% disagreement
67% desirable
21% disagreement
15 Ratings
Burkhard Horn (Local Expert Group)
Cities have been widely restructured as cities with mixed urban areas and short distances to reduce transport volume and to strengthen active mobility.
51% certain
25% disagreement
72% desirable
15% disagreement
17 Ratings
Burkhard Horn (Local Expert Group)
Cities remain places for everyone - with urban structures that are diverse and provide space for the unexpected.
44% certain
20% disagreement
80% desirable
15% disagreement
16 Ratings
Daniel Krajzewicz (Local Expert Group)
Life in cities takes place mainly in the local neighbourhood and using active transport modes as all places necessary to visit during a day are nearby.
49% certain
17% disagreement
72% desirable
17% disagreement
24 Ratings
Daniel Krajzewicz (Local Expert Group)
Many roads have to be restricted to one-way roads as the cars get increasingly bigger and cannot pass each other.
44% certain
19% disagreement
43% desirable
16% disagreement
13 Ratings
Burkhard Horn (Local Expert Group)
Cities are able to deal with major changes (like climate adaptation, migration…) by robust and flexible public transport systems and multifunctional and green public space.
57% certain
26% disagreement
72% desirable
17% disagreement
13 Ratings
Artist Speculation
Cargo bikes, small vehicles and more intelligent logistics systems have changed the way goods are transported.
74% certain
15% disagreement
83% desirable
15% disagreement
16 Ratings
Artist Speculation
Different forms of public/sustainable transport will be seamlessly integrated.
56% certain
28% disagreement
72% desirable
16% disagreement
29 Ratings
Artist Speculation
In 2040, there are no longer private motor vehicles in the inner city.
25% certain
18% disagreement
63% desirable
20% disagreement
14 Ratings
Artist Speculation
Reducing parking spots for motor vehicles has opened up public pockets of space in the city to be transformed into green spaces.
59% certain
19% disagreement
79% desirable
12% disagreement
27 Ratings
Artist Speculation
Summers are now so hot that it is no longer safe to ride your bike during the midday heat.
61% certain
19% disagreement
23% desirable
17% disagreement
14 Ratings
Artist Speculation
The 15-minute-city model is now in effect, people no longer commute from Spandau to Mitte everyday for work, etc.
53% certain
20% disagreement
67% desirable
26% disagreement
25 Ratings
Artist Speculation
The banning of private motor vehicles leads to a political and cultural backlash.
54% certain
21% disagreement
41% desirable
19% disagreement
12 Ratings
Perttu
Berlin has city-wide network of cycling lanes that are fully separated from other traffic.
60% certain
13% disagreement
80% desirable
10% disagreement
15 Ratings
Perttu
In some central areas of Berlin private cars are fully banned. 
49% certain
22% disagreement
72% desirable
21% disagreement
16 Ratings
Anonymous
There are more sharing projects.
57% certain
21% disagreement
61% desirable
16% disagreement
14 Ratings
Eduardo
The 15 minutes city has become a reality and citizens have access to all services they need within that range. 
50% certain
20% disagreement
65% desirable
22% disagreement
8 Ratings
Christian
Public space will be less dominated by private motor vehicles and opened up for other public use cases. 
56% certain
18% disagreement
82% desirable
11% disagreement
7 Ratings
Catri
Car free city districts are enabled by using public transport or bicycles for shorter distances.
60% certain
6% disagreement
75% desirable
8% disagreement
6 Ratings
Silvia
More bike lanes will have emerged.
64% certain
24% disagreement
84% desirable
5% disagreement
10 Ratings
Patricia Gorczak
I expect that rental and/or shared electric car and bike offers are more affordable and accessible to everyone.
65% certain
22% disagreement
81% desirable
19% disagreement
6 Ratings
Anonymous
I fear I will not be able to enjoy the magic of a night ride though Berlin in a car, listening to music and being free.
65% certain
23% disagreement
51% desirable
33% disagreement
8 Ratings
Natalie Giannopoulos
Travel with dog via DB trains gets easier and cheaper with the possibility of toilet and run-breaks  for the dogs when it is a long trip. Maybe with a hop on/off option without needing a new ticket. 
51% certain
20% disagreement
61% desirable
26% disagreement
11 Ratings
Johannes
I fear the future will consist of boring and mainstreamed mobility solutions only. A future without Ferrari and McLaren.
35% certain
12% disagreement
52% desirable
20% disagreement
11 Ratings
Zoe
I wish that Berlin invested more in public transportation outside of the Ring.
63% certain
13% disagreement
84% desirable
10% disagreement
9 Ratings
Anonymous
There will be no cars owned by individuals anymore.
35% certain
17% disagreement
82% desirable
12% disagreement
7 Ratings
Tillmann Richter
I wish an organisation would buy up and take care of privately owned cars, pooling them for their owners and other members in a way that mitigates all downsides to carsharing. 
59% certain
21% disagreement
62% desirable
29% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
I expect that there will be no cars owned by individuals anymore.
31% certain
21% disagreement
75% desirable
17% disagreement
5 Ratings
Joseph
Parking spaces for cars will be cut by 75% within the ring, and these spaces shall be concentrated around the ringbahn stations. 
46% certain
11% disagreement
77% desirable
10% disagreement
10 Ratings
Alex
Inside the Ring, Berlin is car free.
23% certain
11% disagreement
83% desirable
10% disagreement
5 Ratings
Jens
Commuting around the city becomes of energy itself. 
27% certain
28% disagreement
64% desirable
23% disagreement
7 Ratings
Anonymous
I wish that Berlin limited traffic in zone A, not allowing private cars and creating even more green areas.
52% certain
6% disagreement
72% desirable
15% disagreement
26 Ratings
Anonymous
A Black Swan incedent is likely to happen within the next 20 years. 
36% certain
25% disagreement
44% desirable
21% disagreement
6 Ratings
Rönke
Seamless ticketing has been achieved for all of public transport. 
64% certain
7% disagreement
53% desirable
28% disagreement
6 Ratings
Tanja
Mobility services are barrier-free, universally accessible for everyone and do not favor anyone. 
42% certain
27% disagreement
86% desirable
5% disagreement
6 Ratings
Austin
Less space for stagnant cars, more space for cyclists. Bike lanes expand into areas formally held by parking spaces. Car traffic is limited to carsharing services and delivery vehicles. 
61% certain
16% disagreement
72% desirable
16% disagreement
8 Ratings
Jakob Repp
the city will drag its feet on the necessary changes because taking away space from cars is still something politicians won't touch.
49% certain
23% disagreement
15% desirable
7% disagreement
5 Ratings
Emanuel
I want Kreuzberg without individual car traffic
43% certain
20% disagreement
72% desirable
18% disagreement
5 Ratings
Dimi
There are garages of electric cars for long-distance rides outside of the city. These cars are durable and last 100 years. Inside the city, there are wide bike lines, for bicycles of all kinds, electric and not,
31% certain
11% disagreement
51% desirable
31% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
Berlin 2030: There are no more private cars in the city city. There are flexible pick-up services to get you and your things from A to B.
44% certain
12% disagreement
64% desirable
18% disagreement
5 Ratings
Maxime
The future of Berlin will be sustainable, humane, local and green.
29% certain
24% disagreement
79% desirable
11% disagreement
3 Ratings
Anne
Private inviduals and citizens will not use private cars anymore inside the city and public space is re-used for community purposes. 
37% certain
31% disagreement
85% desirable
10% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
I wish that it became possible to bring back horses to the city. 
11% certain
8% disagreement
35% desirable
31% disagreement
4 Ratings
Annette Wiedemann
I expect that parking of private cars in public spaces is restricted to residents, for the same costs as renting a garage space, while commuters are directed to public parking garages at mobility hubs
53% certain
15% disagreement
68% desirable
13% disagreement
3 Ratings
Mark
All cars must be electric to drive in the city. 
81% certain
12% disagreement
56% desirable
39% disagreement
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uncertain
desirable
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Positive Expectations
Hopeful Dreams
Distant Threats
Expected Challenges
45 Opinions
496 Ratings
Resulting future scenarios
Based on their ratings, submitted opinions have been compiled into four distinct future scenarios, autonomously generated by artificial intelligence.
Positive Expectations
Cities Transform Transportation for Sustainable Future
Expected Challenges
Hopeful Dreams
Berlin Transforms into Car-Free, Sustainable City
Distant Threats

Cities Transform Transportation for Sustainable Future

View individual opinions in the Futures Canvas by filtering for the sector "Positive Expectations".
  • Cities have restructured to create mixed urban areas and reduce transportation volume.
  • Cities have adapted to climate change and migration through robust public transport and green spaces.
  • The transportation of goods has shifted with cargo bikes and intelligent logistics systems.

Cities around the world have undergone significant changes to promote sustainable and active mobility. They have implemented strategies such as mixed urban areas and shorter distances to reduce transportation volume and encourage active modes of transportation. Additionally, cities have developed robust and flexible public transport systems, as well as multifunctional and green public spaces, to adapt to major challenges like climate change and migration.

The transportation of goods has also been transformed with the introduction of cargo bikes, small vehicles, and intelligent logistics systems. These advancements have revolutionized the way goods are transported within cities. Furthermore, various forms of public and sustainable transportation are being seamlessly integrated to provide efficient and convenient travel options for citizens.

To create more green spaces, cities have reduced the number of parking spots for motor vehicles. This has allowed for the transformation of public pockets of space into green areas. The concept of the 15-minute city, where all essential services are within a short distance, has become a reality in many places. Commuting long distances for work is no longer necessary, thanks to the development of local amenities and services.

Berlin, in particular, has made significant progress in promoting sustainable transportation. The city now boasts a comprehensive network of fully separated cycling lanes throughout the city. Sharing projects, including rental and shared electric cars and bikes, have become more accessible and affordable for everyone.

As cities continue to evolve, public spaces will become less dominated by private motor vehicles and more open for other public uses. Car-free districts are being established, and bike lanes are expanding to replace parking spaces. The goal is to limit car traffic to car-sharing services and delivery vehicles, while also promoting electric vehicles.

While these changes bring numerous benefits, some concerns remain. There is a desire for Berlin to invest more in public transportation outside of the central area. Additionally, there is a wish for an organization to buy and manage privately owned cars, pooling them for owners and other members to mitigate the downsides of car sharing. Some individuals also hope for stricter traffic limitations in certain areas, allowing only public transportation and creating more green spaces.

In terms of future expectations, seamless ticketing for all public transport has been achieved, simplifying the travel experience for commuters. Private cars parked in public spaces may be restricted to residents, with commuters directed to public parking garages at mobility hubs. Furthermore, there is a growing expectation that all cars allowed in the city will need to be electric.

While these changes bring progress and sustainability, there are also concerns about losing the freedom of enjoying a night ride through Berlin in a car. However, efforts are being made to make travel with pets easier and more affordable, including the possibility of toilet and run-breaks for dogs during long trips.

Overall, cities are making significant strides in promoting sustainable transportation, reducing car dependency, and creating more livable and green urban spaces. These changes have the potential to improve the quality of life for citizens and contribute to a more sustainable future.

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Berlin Transforms into Car-Free, Sustainable City

View individual opinions in the Futures Canvas by filtering for the sector "Hopeful Dreams".
  • New law may increase transport trips by prohibiting empty rides of autonomous private vehicles.
  • Cities will continue to be diverse and provide space for unexpected encounters.
  • Life in cities will revolve around local neighborhoods with most necessary destinations within close proximity.

In the future, a new law may prohibit empty rides of autonomous private vehicles, leading to an increase in transport trips. Cities will continue to be diverse and provide space for unexpected encounters. Life in cities will revolve around local neighborhoods, with most necessary destinations being within close proximity. By 2040, there will no longer be private motor vehicles in the inner city, and in certain areas of Berlin, private cars are already fully banned. The concept of the 15-minute city has become a reality, ensuring that citizens have access to all necessary services within a short distance. While some worry that future mobility solutions will be boring and mainstream, there will be a shift away from individual car ownership. Parking spaces for cars will be greatly reduced within the city, with a focus on ringbahn stations. Inside the Ring, Berlin will be car-free. Commuting will become a source of energy itself. Mobility services will be universally accessible and not favor any particular group. The goal is to have neighborhoods like Kreuzberg without individual car traffic. Outside the city, there will be garages for long-distance rides using durable electric cars. Inside the city, there will be extensive bike lanes for all types of bicycles. By 2030, private cars will no longer be present in Berlin, and flexible pick-up services will be available for transportation needs. The future of Berlin aims to be sustainable, humane, local, and green, with public spaces repurposed for community use.

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