Inner Courtyard






Process


As part of the Playón Network project, the inner courtyard of a block in the Playón de Chacarita neighborhood was redesigned, transforming it into a vibrant and public passage of the block. Previously, as an internal and deteriorated area, the space was primarily used as a circulation path, with some residents expanding their economic activities into it.
The transformation aimed to turn the passage into a community gathering point, leveraging the opportunities for appropriation that a high-quality public space can offer. To achieve this, planters with vegetation were added to improve the transition between private home entrances and the public space, providing more permeable surfaces and shade to enhance environmental quality and encourage its use.
Additionally, lighting improvements were made, and a mural was designed on one of the facades. This mural was created in collaboration with a group of young people from a social organization active in the neighborhood, strengthening the sense of belonging and community participation.