Transformando o espaço e fortalecendo a comunidade: projeto de requalificação da Praça do Conjunto Vivendas do Turu

Abstract

This Final Undergraduate Project presents a proposal for the redevelopment of the Praça do Conjunto Vivendas do Turu, located in the Turu neighborhood, in São Luís – MA, Brazil. The initiative is based on a detailed diagnosis of the area and active listening to the local community, aiming to propose interventions that promote inclusion, well-being, and a sense of belonging. The adopted methodology included technical visits, photographic records, on-site observations, and the application of questionnaires to residents, supported by theoretical foundations regarding the role of public spaces in the urban context. The proposal is structured into five functional sectors: physical activities and sports, children's play, culture and events, food, and environmental and social interaction—organized in an integrated manner and connected by accessible paved paths and shaded seating areas. The project also includes solutions for infrastructure, drainage and sanitation, environmental comfort, landscaping, accessibility, and safety, while respecting the natural features of the terrain and preserving the existing vegetation. In this way, the proposal aims to transform the square into a qualified, dynamic, and multifunctional public space, capable of meeting the community’s diverse demands, contributing to territorial enhancement, strengthening of social bonds, and the promotion of urban quality of life.