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Project type: Urban intervention
Location: Mexico City
Timeframe: 2018-2019
Institutions: Laboratorio para la Ciudad (innovation wing of the Government of Mexico City)
My Role: Participatory urban designer
Project Description
In the neighborhoods of Tepito and Iztapalapa, Mexico City a lack of green and open spaces as well as high crime rates make the streets hostile towards children, the most vulnerable population in the city. The Peatoniños project sought to redesign streets to be more amenable and safe for children. The project included extensive interaction and learning from the local community in order to design a space that met their needs.
My role was to develop and implement the survey and data gathering tools we used to understand community needs, and assist in leading group conversations with the neighborhood. In total, we created and put into action 8 participatory design activities in the transformation of an alleyway in Iztapalapa.
Key questions
How can we understand the array of experiences of the users of the streets?
What are the existing conditions and uses of the street?
What are the perceptions of the street?
How can we create a space that responds to the various needs of the group?
How can we ensure the long-term success of the project?