SOBRADO CREEK
CITY PARK INTERVENTION
Design for the revitalization of an urban creek, protecting nature and creating public space
“This was one of the most complex projects undertaken … due to its location in a valley-bottom area … with a history of erosion and silt accumulation in a public park.”
— Norma Constantino
Architect and professor at the Sao Paulo State University
Newspaper: Jornal da Cidade, 29 Aug. 2010
FERRARI, Wanessa. Novos traços para uma Bauru melhor. Jornal da Cidade, Bauru, ano XLIV, n. 14.747, 29 ago. 2010. Caderno JC nos Bairros.
The project was developed as an intervention in a creek area located within the urban environment, which had become a neglected site prone to erosion. The proposal aimed to transform the area by introducing trees, playgrounds, walking trails, and shaded spaces, offering both environmental restoration and recreational opportunities.
The emphasis was on creating an area that would protect nature while also providing successful public spaces that offer comfort, safety, and a variety of activities to attract visitors. The project was thoughtfully designed by a collaboration of professionals and university students, and was later donated to the city for potential implementation.
Article: Novos traços para uma Bauru melhor.
Written by journalist Wanessa Ferrari.
Newspaper: Jornal da Cidade. Year XLIV, Nr 14.747. Bauru, 29 Aug. 2010. JC nos Bairros.
Media Coverage
This project was so significant that it garnered attention from the local media, reflecting its potential impact on the community.
A newspaper article was published about the initiative, showcasing the project's importance in both enhancing the urban landscape and providing a model for future urban interventions. The article highlighted the collective efforts of professionals and university students, emphasizing the project's value not only as a design solution but also as a contribution to the city’s quality of life and environmental protection.
"It is the architect’s responsibility to critically rethink public spaces.”
— Ricardo Macegoza
President of the Institute of Architects of Brazil (Bauru)
Newspaper: Jornal da Cidade, 29 Aug. 2010
FERRARI, Wanessa. Novos traços para uma Bauru melhor. Jornal da Cidade, Bauru, ano XLIV, n. 14.747, 29 ago. 2010. Caderno JC nos Bairros.
Project development: architect Roberto Gasparini Jr. and professor Norma Constantino.