1.38 – Public Space and Active Ageing / O Espaço Público e o Envelhecimento Ativo

Project Description

The study aims to define a set of principles that should inform designers/professionals regarding their solutions for urban interventions in public space in residential areas. Through this process, public spaces would be improved, creating new opportunities for the development of sustainable and conducive environments to public health, safety and participation for elderly residents.

Research Team
  • Alba Valéria de Barros e Silva Pinheiro
  • Fernando Brandão Alves (Supervisor - FEUP)
Financial Support
  • Supported by international Brazilian public grant
Stage of Progress
  • Concluded in 2019