The Halo elevator project originated from the Vigo Vertical urban connectivity plan, where the city council addresses accessibility problems due to the city's steep slopes and rugged topography. The 50 meter tall elevator acts as a key connection between the upper town and high-speed railway station Vigo Urzaiz with the lower town and Vigo Guixar local train station, less than 500 meters away. The winning proposal by Arenas & Asociados, AM2 Arquitectos and NOARQ in 2021 offers a more ambitious solution than a simple elevator, integrating a glass ring-shaped walkway with a viewpoint that combi…