A brighter city as a shared goal
Astana, located in the heart of Central Asia, is a rapidly growing city. Like many expanding urban centres, it faces challenges when it comes to shaping attractive and functional public spaces. As part of a city-wide school project, schoolchildren were asked to illustrate how they imagine the city’s future. A recurring theme in their drawings: the desire for a clean and well-kept environment.
A collaborative project with a strong message
In May, our local partner Stahlbau handed over five Schmidt Street King 660 sweepers to the city – including one with a very special design. Selected children’s drawings were applied directly onto the vehicle. Since then, the sweeper has been out on the streets every day — fully functional and sending a strong visual message.
Art that moves the city
For the children, seeing their artwork brought to life on a working city vehicle is something truly special. This project demonstrates how technical solutions and local engagement can go hand in hand – in this case, through the collaboration between Stahlbau, the city of Astana and local schools.