This project was developed as part of a design competition aimed at revitalizing the urban core of San José—particularly in areas where limited program diversity and spatial fragmentation have contributed to a rise in insecurity and underutilization.
The proposal seeks to reintroduce a mix of uses into the neighborhood, promoting vibrancy and safer public environments through thoughtful programmatic layering. The strategy includes ground-level commercial spaces to activate the street, office spaces on the second floor to support daytime activity, and residential units on the third and fourth floors to ensure ongoing presence and use throughout the day and night.
A key element of the design is the integration of nearby park corridors, which are used as connective public axes to enhance pedestrian circulation and social interaction. By diversifying the program and extending urban life into multiple timeframes, the project fosters a more resilient, inclusive, and secure urban setting.