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For every “visible” intervention…

Include an “invisible” counterpart

To contribute to a comprehensive development…

And its SUSTAINABILITY

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Context

Problem Analysis

The Proposal

• Connectivity• Density• Activities / Services• Mobility

• Current conditions• Strengths• Weaknesses• Opportunities

• History

• Levels of action• Neighborhood• District• City

• Areas of intervention• Urban Development• Public Space• Governance

• Participation• Perception• Self-esteem• Ownership• Pride

Structure of the PresentationStructure of the Presentation

CONTEXT ANALYSIS

NEW DOOR

Context AnalysisContext

Context Analysis densityContext

Context Context Analysis

Context Sections

Previous AttemptsContext

Gradual and flexible intervention

Land Use Plan1960

1969

1976

1987 1993

2004

2005

2006

Torre Baró-Vallbona-Trinitat

Metropolitan Plan

Special Plan PERI

Modifications PGM

Modifications PGM

Modifications PGM

Modifications PGM

1984

Respectful of the typology

Improve urban connectivity

Increase densityCamí de Ronda (Sant Feliú)

Improve accessibility: small operationsImprove pedestrian networkUpgrade existing buildingsProvision of public spaces

To conceive facilities

Improve infrastructureSocial housing for relocation

Assume and warrant public initiative processes

Expropriation

Expropriation

Expropriation

PRINCIPLES

PROBLEM ANALYSIS

Problem Tree

A Torre Baró disassociated from the

city of Barcelona

Low densityPoorly

constructed self-built housing

Scarce and deficient

infrastructure

Lack of public spaces and

services

Poor connections to the rest of the

city

Rigid laws and standards for the

provision of services

Land tenure insecurity

Relative low urban

development

Weak areas and urban

space

Weak Governance

LOW QUALITY OF LIFE

Spontaneaus settlements

Lack of urban planning

(Illegal) Land Occupation

MISMANAGED URBANIZATION OF THE POPULATION

Problem Analysis

Objective Tree

A Torre Baró integrated to the city of Barcelona

higher density Improved housing

Efficient infrastructure

Public spaces and services

Strong connections to

the city

Flexible laws and standards,

adequate to the context

Land tenure security

High urban development

Strong Urban Space

Strong Governance

HIGH QUALITY OF LIFE

Controlled settlements

Comprehensive urban planning

Regular land occupation

WELL MANAGED URBANIZATION OF THE POPULATION

Problem Analysis

Conceptual Analysis

Problem Analysis

Problem Analysis

Conceptual Analysis

SWOT Analysis

Problem Analysis

Unique identity•Geographic•TypologicalAvailability of land

• Sudden introduction of an external megaproject

• Mismanaged increase of density, speculation, gentrification

• Introduction of new typology forces rearrangement of space -> loss of uniqueness

• Missing the opportunity of catching the Tower / Observatory’s visitors

• Not very well connected to the rest of the city.

• Layout of the neighborhood as a disadvantage (infrastructure and services provision)

• The Gate of Collserola• Room to grow wisely (strategic densification) • Interesting disposition

of space to play with.• The Tower and the

Observatory of the city

Stakeholder AnalysisContext

THE PROPOSAL

The Calder PrinciplesFor a viable and implementable urban regeneration strategy

vision“Developed in a balanced way in order to accomodate all people and all interests”

Inner city regeneration Charter (2007)

Context

Participation

Flexibility

Accountabilit

y

Structure

The Proposal

High urban development

Strong Urban Space

Strong Governance

Urban Development

SpatialApproach Governance

From our analysis…

It relates to decisions that define expectations, grant power, or verify performance. Consistent management, cohesive policies, guidance, processes and decision-rights.

Addresses the continuum in which objects and events occur and have relative position and direction.The systematic framework that humans use to structure all experiences. (I.Kant)

Features land use, planning, zoning, density, environmental and transportation planning.Incorporates economics, design, ecology, sociology, geography, laws and politics.

Connection to the surrounding neighborhoods and the rest of the city

The Proposal

Levels of ActionUrban Development

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5

6 7

9

8

The Proposal

Level 3Urban Development

The Proposal

Level 2Urban Development

Land use

zonning

density

design

geography

connections

environment

The Proposal

IdentitySpatial Approach

objects

Relative position

events

direction

framework

continuum

experiences

The Proposal

ExpressionSpatial Approach

objects

Relative position

events

direction

framework

continuum

experiences

The Proposal

Snakes and LaddersSpatial Approach

objects

Relative position

events

direction

framework

continuum

experiences

The Proposal

Snakes and Ladders Spatial Approach

objects

Relative position

events

direction

framework

continuum

experiences

• Flexibility in the standards of services provision. Bear with the expenses until higher density evens expenditure in Torre Baró and the rest of BCN

• Forest areas (sector 3) and other strategic spots: Right of pre-emption. Avoidance of speculation

• Law to estimulate productive use of the land. Empty plots and houses should not remain as such for a period longer than 5 years* or has to be sold to the municipality.

• Local experts. Managers of the specific areas of the community: Improvement of community-government communication Favela Barrio Case Study

The Proposal

ManagementGovernanceExpectations

grant power

performance

Management

CohesivePolicies

processes

decision-rights.

*suggestion. It should respond to further analysis on the matter

ParticipationGovernance

The Proposal

Expectations

grant power

performance

Management

CohesivePolicies

processes

decision-rights.

The Proposal

Phases Estimated period of timeDesign, Planning year 1 year 2 year 3 year 4 year 5… Meetings, consultations,…

Adjust the legal framework (right of pre-emption, revised building standard, land use,…)

Presenting the idea of the “Snakes and Laders approach” to the Neighbors’ Association and local leaders to define the community contribution and participation.

Implementation Plots clearance

Build new staircases connecting streets in different levels

Introduce common spaces, playgrounds,…

Introduce elements of the ““Snakes and Laders approach”

Open streets in order to establish a road circuit

Construction of new blocks in the current residential areas

Introduction of the “balloon”

Introduce informative elements of possible routes (Colserolla Park, Tower, Baloon, Bars,…)

Construction of new blocks in the hill, connecting Torre Baro and Ciudat Meridiana

Introduce a mini bus route

Intervention in the valley and aqueduct connected to a green network

Introduce a new program in Torre Baro and/or in Valbona (FabLab)

Spontaneous new interventions from the residents

Maintenance

Residents maintain areas near their plots and common areas

Government keep providing regular services and maintenance

Through Neighborhood's Association, select a local manager to support the District’s Council

Regulate and stimulate the establishment of workshops (carpentry, mechanics, welding,…)

Through the participation of existent associations and clubs in the improvements of the neighborhood, promote empowerment and share responsibilities with government

The new program introduced (FabLab,…) supports and finance activities

Tim

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e

Risk Mitigation• Sudden introduction of

an external megaproject

• Mismanaged increase of density, speculation, gentrification

• Introduction of new typology forces rearrangement of space -> loss of uniqueness

• Missing the opportunity of catching the Tower / Observatory’s visitors

• Strengthen the neighborhood before introducing “The Gates of Collserola” Internal development

• Controlled and strategic increase of density. Right of pre-emption

• Enforcement of the original public space and typology. Growth adapts to it.

• Torre Baró is attractive enough to catch their own visitors (and the Tower’s)

The Proposal

EvaluationIndicators

The Proposal

Indicators Unit of Measurement Expected Result

Mixed used land index Amount of uses/plot Higher

Amount of people walking around the neighborhood

Total amount + analysis(Demographic technology-

sensor-)

Higher

Occupation Index Built area/Total area Higher

Demographic density People/Km2 Higher

Cost of service provision compared to that of Barcelona

€ Lower than before, equalized to Barcenlona’s

Community involvement

Spontaneous interventions and maintenance

Higher

The Proposal

The future of Torre Baró

Let’s play!

Thank youBy Ana Livi. Michela Guglielmi. Silvia Aldana. Wan-Ting Chiang. Tomasso Sacconi