Pierre-césar (edouard, Charles, Nicolas) Duroyon

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In an increasingly dense and urbanized world, how can we design spaces that foster meaningful interactions and strengthen community ties? My work identifies the challenge of creating vibrant, interconnected neighborhoods within a dense city fabric, focusing on spaces promoting both collective and individual experiences. By integrating urban services, dynamic public spaces, and intimate shared areas, I believe it possible to demonstrate how densification can go hand in hand with enhancing interactions and a sense of belonging. However, doubling the neighborhood’s population (up to 20,000 people) brings challenges similar to large-scale residential developments. How to respect the Genius Loci, create bonds among residents, and open the project in the city. These shortcomings undermine social cohesion, which is essential to building a strong community and maintaining a high quality of life.