Revitalización de un corredor verde en Cuenca como espacio de transición urbana en el sector de Gapal

Abstract

This thesis develops a proposal for an urban greenway as a comprehensive strategy for public space revitalization and environmental improvement in a consolidated urban area. The study begins with a territorial, urban, and landscape diagnosis that identifies key issues such as spatial fragmentation, a shortage of green areas, low landscape quality, and limited sustainable mobility. Using a descriptive and project-based methodological approach, the research proposes an intervention that integrates green infrastructure, active mobility, and public spaces for use and stay, incorporating principles of sustainability, universal accessibility, and contemporary urban design. The proposal includes the reorganization of the road corridor through the incorporation of bike lanes, pedestrian pathways, resting areas, and native vegetation, thereby strengthening both ecological and social connectivity. Additionally, the study proposes solutions aimed at improving thermal comfort, enhancing perceived safety, and fostering community appropriation of urban space. The results demonstrate that the integration of green infrastructure significantly contributes to urban revitalization, the mitigation of environmental impacts, and the consolidation of a more balanced and functional landscape. It is concluded that the urban greenway represents a viable alternative for promoting sustainable, resilient, and inclusive urban development.