El espacio público y el barrio. Diseño urbano adaptativo al cambio climático. Caso de estudio: Barrio el Rosal de la ciudad de Loja.

Abstract

Abstract:This research paper focuses on the urban design of public space adapted to climate change, following the design guidelines applied in neighborhoods and in this case specifically to theEl Rosal neighborhood of the city of Loja.First, a theoretical and referential analysis is carried out, followed by an analysis of vulnerability to climate change in the neighborhood, all through variables and indicators on the natural and built environment, the collection of this information will result in a general synthesis using five variables to qualify the areas of the neighborhood from critical, bad, regular, good to optimal, and to be able to evaluate the state of vulnerability.Defined the areas in critical condition is generated the proposal formed by three strategies; urban design of public circulation space, stay and recreation -intervention and design in residual spaces -road design, sidewalks and antegardens.