Francisco Pardo Arquitecto designs urban parks to revitalize neglected suburban neighborhoods in Mexico

2018-08-30T15:18:00-04:00

In Mexico City, a set of urban parks have been built on the city's outskirts to revitalize the neglected suburban neighborhoods in which they reside.

Designed by Francisco Pardo Arquitecto, the Mexico City-based firm has replaced a once contaminated water stream and paved lots with basketball courts, skate ramps, pavilions for public events, children’s playgrounds, and spots for a more general meditation.

Parque Héroes. Photo by Jaime Navarro.

Parque Colinas del Sol. Photo by Jaime Navarro.

"It is important to change not only the physical condition but also the perception of the space" said Francisco Pardo, who leads the eponymous firm behind the transformations. "As a designer, I believe that supporting local communities to achieve better public spaces for their families helps the greater community."

Parque Colinas del Sol. Photo by Jaime Navarro.

Using low-cost materials such as concrete, steel and cement blocks, the architects have created flexible space layouts that foster sponta...

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Francisco Pardo Arquitecto designs urban parks to revitalize neglected suburban neighborhoods in Mexico