This thesis investigates the capacity of existing large scale utility infrastructure to be transformed through intervention at the local scale, based on community initiatives. Thus, it aims to assess the potential impact of these initiatives to qualify the local space. The thesis presents a method for reading community-driven initiatives, documenting a field work in São Paulo. With the goal of unlocking local social knowledge and tactical action, the work unveils the learning potential embedded in their action for the planning discipline.     «

This thesis investigates the capacity of existing large scale utility infrastructure to be transformed through intervention at the local scale, based on community initiatives. Thus, it aims to assess the potential impact of these initiatives to qualify the local space. The thesis presents a method for reading community-driven initiatives, documenting a field work in São Paulo. With the goal of unlocking local social knowledge and tactical action, the work unveils the learning potential embedded...     »