Plaza

About this land node

Overview

Project Vision

To enhance public space usability

Project Purpose

To provide a communal space for events and encourage urban green initiatives.

Project Title

Public Urban Plaza

Political Location

Madrid, Spain

Ecology & biodiversity

Biodiversity context

Low biodiversity

Ecological corridors

Links Centro to nearby areas

Natural boundaries

Urban boundaries of Centro district

Ecosystem unity

Mediterranean urban ecosystem

Climate & water

Climate Zones

Mediterranean

Rainfall patterns

Rainy season from October to May, drier summers

Average Rainfall

400-500 mm per year

Temperature Extremes

35°C to 0°C

Average Temperature

12-18°C

Watershed

Manzanares River watershed

Nearby water bodies

Near Manzanares River (3 km)

Land & terrain

Elevation & slope

650-670 meters, flat

Landforms

Urban plain

Soil Types

Urban soil, paved

Soil health

Stable, potential for greening

Erosion risk

Low, mitigated by paving

Renewable resource potential

Solar lighting, potential greening

People & history

Land Acknowledgements

Honors historical Madrid communities

Recent land history

Historically market, now community-focused

Regenerative practice

Regenerative Focus

Urban greening, public space revitalization

Regenerative Methodologies

Community-led events, potential gardens

Environmental objectives

Increase green coverage, reduce heat islands

Community objectives

Facilitate community events, public engagement

Community engagement

Public gatherings, local initiatives

Economic Model

Public funding, event revenue

Impact

Expressed Impact

Held 150+ events, engaged 10,000+ visitors

Key impact metrics

Events held, visitors engaged

Visiting & links

Nearest urban centres

0.5 km from central Madrid

Website

https://goo.gl/maps/dJcYZHaK6zNfUoHEA

Connections

Nearby