Jan Gehl y Manuel Delgado: Foro Enciende la Tierra CajaCanarias 2017

The speaker discusses his experiences and observations over the years as an architect and urban planner, highlighting the importance of understanding the interaction between form and life in architecture.

The importance of focusing urban strategies on people to create livable cities is emphasized, with examples from various cities like Copenhagen and Melbourne.

The speaker shares experiences from cities like New York, Sydney, and Copenhagen, where public spaces and pedestrian-friendly environments have been implemented for the well-being of citizens.

Examples from cities like Moscow and Dubai are given to showcase the transformation of urban spaces from car-centric to people-centric designs.

The evolution of urban planning paradigms from modernism to a focus on people and public spaces is discussed, emphasizing the need for cities to prioritize pedestrians over vehicles.

The challenges of sedentary lifestyle, environmental pollution, and the need for alternative transportation modes like cycling and walking are highlighted, with a focus on improving quality of life for all citizens.

The importance of creating inclusive and accessible city designs for all residents, especially focusing on young and elderly populations, to promote a better quality of life for everyone.

Examples of innovative urban development strategies, such as those implemented in Bogotá, aimed at improving mobility and public spaces for the less affluent population, are discussed.

The increasing trend of bicycle usage in cities worldwide is acknowledged, with emphasis on its benefits for the environment, noise reduction, and overall health.

For many years, cities and urban spaces have been designed around vehicles. In rural areas, alternative transportation methods have been utilized to reduce motor vehicle usage.

Various methods, such as removing parking spaces and limiting vehicle lanes, have been implemented to reduce traffic congestion in cities. Examples from Copenhagen demonstrate the gradual reduction of parking spaces to discourage car usage.

The importance of self-regulation and public awareness regarding the impact of vehicles in cities. Advocates for informing people about best practices and involving them in decisions to shape the future of cities.

Emphasizes the significance of cities having long-term strategies and objectives to guide sustainable development. References strategies from Copenhagen and Sydney that aim to create better cities over the next 30 years.

Calls for ambitious goals based on renewable energy sources for the benefit of future generations. Highlights the need for established strategies and cites examples of cities that have improved or deteriorated over time.

Discusses the importance of enhancing public spaces to encourage walking and cycling, leading to increased mobility and a positive impact on city behavior patterns. Examples from Copenhagen show how inviting people to walk more can transform urban mobility.