For a citizen-oriented public space: the encounter of the building and the street - Published book (2014)
(Original title: Por um espaço público cidadão: a mobilidade e a conquista da rua)
Role: co-author
This academic publication explores innovative approaches to urban planning by emphasizing the importance of dialogue. It examines the interaction between private and public spaces, as well as the integration of new developments with historical heritage to preserve the character and safety of public areas.
What defines a desirable city? Is it one that prioritizes pedestrian, cycling, and public transportation accessibility? Could it also embrace unconventional conceptual experiences in urban planning discussions?
Authored by professors from the Architecture Department at the Catholic University of Pernambuco (UNICAP), Brazil, and published by The Pernambuco Engineers Union (SENGE), this book proposes a fresh perspective on urban design, suggesting that creating an inviting urban environment is achievable through thoughtful dialogue and innovative planning strategies.
 The book cover with proposed public space installation at the center (red stripe) |  The focus of the book: dialogue between private and the public space, new buildings and the historical heritage |  Analysing existing examples of 'urban architecture', such as canopies and covered public loggias |
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 The different ways that buildings and streets can relate |  A busy street is a safer street |  Examples of repelling and inviting conditions in the city |
 Typical 'urban architecture' elements, such as loggias and staggered volumes |  The local Building Code determines the market housing named 'podium building', which lacks interface with the public space |  Has the city gone worse? It used to have eyes! |
 Market housing buildings are enclosed in themselves, with very low interface with the street |  An installation on a major street using a red plastic strip calls attention to the presence of the sidewalk |  An overview of the book |