Papers by Ilaria Salvadori
This paper illustrates the state of the art of temporary design as a tool of Tactical Urbanism wi... more This paper illustrates the state of the art of temporary design as a tool of Tactical Urbanism with a specific focus on a successful regeneration project in San Francisco. Playland at 43rd Avenue is a community-driven, participatory project on an under-utilized lot. The paper illustrates the community design process, methodology, design and construction phases, stakeholders involved, sponsor and budget required for the project’s realization. Interesting and unique aspect of the project is the involvement of youth in the whole planning process – from neighborhood’s existing needs assessment to the idea generation, design, construction and maintenance of this project that has been enjoyed by all ages. Focusing on the specifics of the design and implementation process of the project it is important to explain its success and to offer a blueprint for its replicability.
Understanding Urban Ecosystems
Local Environment, 2001
I am driving along the freeway. It is hot, an almost summer day. The skyscrapers of downtown Oakl... more I am driving along the freeway. It is hot, an almost summer day. The skyscrapers of downtown Oakland appear and disappear in the rear view mirror. I will pick up eight children to take them to Berkeley to draw the final site plan of our project.
Journal article by Ilaria Salvadori; Social Justice, 1997
PLAY SPACES IN THE OLD CITY WERE VARIOUS, MY MYSTERIES, AND MULTIFARIOUS; THE children in it were... more PLAY SPACES IN THE OLD CITY WERE VARIOUS, MY MYSTERIES, AND MULTIFARIOUS; THE children in it were active and independent. Playing was something not very different from going outside and simply living in your neighborhood. On every corner ...
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Papers by Ilaria Salvadori