Processos Participativos na Renaturalização de Recreios Escolares Escola Básica de Camarate, Quinta do Charco

Luís Carlos De Assunção Roma Fernandes

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Authors:

Luís Carlos De Assunção Roma Fernandes (Luís Carlos De Assunção Roma Fernandes)

Supervisors:

Maria Alexandra De Lacerda Nave Alegre (Alexandra Alegre); Patrícia Isabel Mendes Lourenço (Patrícia Isabel Mendes Lourenço)

Published in

December 6, 2024

Abstract

The investigation aims to support the creation of a learning space in a schoolyard using a sustainable and participatory approach. It begins with an analysis, characterization, and evaluation of the physical, environmental, and usage conditions of the outdoor school space. This thesis proposes constructing a covered exterior area for various uses, along with a reorganization of the surrounding outdoor spaces. The participatory process is designed to involve the school community in the design and construction, ensuring that the proposal reflects the desires and constraints of those who will use the space. The methodology guiding these participatory processes has been tailored to the local school context, user groups, and available time, resulting in a straightforward and easily replicable approach. Additionally, environmentally conscious solutions, such as ensuring soil permeability, reusing existing structures, and using materials sourced from previous demolitions, provide a sustainable and cost-effective solution.