ABSTRACT
The aim of this study is to present the investigative path that guided the proposal for redeveloping Suzano city center streets, whose intense and conflicting flow prioritized cars over people. Thus, how can an intervention take place in consolidated areas given the present situation? And what is the population’s perception of the presence of cars and the impact of removal of parking spaces? Based on these issues, and others, the assessment of the urban space and resultant data provided support for devising a proposal for redeveloping and redesigning the network of central streets to balance the presence of cars and people, the protagonists of public space. The use of tools such as the Active Design: Shaping the Sidewalk Experience, Walkability Index (iCam) and Active Design Guidelines has shown it is possible to intervene in consolidated areas and provide an active territory where spaces are just, pleasant and safe for all users.
