NEOM “The Line” — Redefining Urban Living Through Clean Innovation
In the deserts of northwest Saudi Arabia, NEOM’s The Line is rewriting the definition of a city — compact, car-free, and powered entirely by renewable energy.
The Line is part of Saudi Arabia’s $500 billion NEOM megaproject, designed to host up to 9 million residents within a linear structure just 200 meters wide.By eliminating cars, streets, and urban sprawl, it reduces land use by 95 % compared to conventional cities.
Two parallel skyscrapers form a mirrored wall stretching 170 kilometres through the desert, housing homes, offices, schools, and parks stacked vertically.High-speed autonomous transit connects end to end in under 20 minutes, while renewable energy from solar, wind, and hydrogen systems powers the entire ecosystem.
Artificial intelligence manages everything from waste recycling to climate control, optimizing efficiency while maintaining comfort.Each district functions as a self-contained neighbourhood with zero carbon emissions and minimal resource waste.
Despite its futuristic scale, The Line is rooted in sustainability — using passive design, local materials, and water-recovery systems to survive extreme desert conditions.It’s not just a city; it’s a global experiment in how architecture and technology can converge to build resilient societies for the post-oil era.