Public Space in Buenos Aires Rethinking existing needs and infrastructure By James Foley

Background Reasons for study: IFP experience working with ACUMAR Thesis on equitable development of public

space Future interest High technical ability but varying outcomes Finding the right scale: Started out with the region, not enough data CABA has technical knowledge and data In a dense environment, how can institutions

be flexible spaces?

Research Question: Where can public spaces be added in Buenos Aires to vulnerable areas that are lacking?

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