Usaquen urban renewal

Abstract

This creative projects explores urban renewal design in Usaquen, Colombia as an integral part of the city planning. The economic, social and visual qualities of the urban environment therefor become a part of a whole.The study of Usaquen revealed five major areas that deserved an in-depth look. These are transportation, urban design, land-use, zoning, recreation, tourism and historic preservation. Derived from these five categories are a list of the communities liabilities and assets. Analyzing this research produced a urban design solution depicted in policies, projects, programs, and design developments.