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The Official College of Architects of Castilla-La Mancha (COACM) has highlighted the remodeling project of Plaza del Carmen in Chueca as an outstanding example of sustainable urbanism. This project is the result of collaboration between various institutions and can serve as a model to be replicated in other municipalities in the region. The initiative was presented at an event at the headquarters of the Provincial Council of Toledo, which included the participation of authorities such as the provincial deputy for Infrastructure, Manuela Lominchar, and the mayor of Chueca, Antonio Arco.
The remodeling of the plaza will be financed with resources from the Provincial Council of Toledo and stems from the interest of the new government team in Chueca to regenerate this public space of crucial importance. Gema González-Badillo, vice-dean of COACM, emphasized that the intervention not only aims to revitalize the plaza but also has the potential to establish a broader, sustainable urban strategy that benefits the local community. According to González-Badillo, one of the project’s objectives is to attract and retain the resident population while promoting tourism and cultural activities in the area.
Plaza del Carmen presents various urban challenges due to its complicated topography and the vehicular traffic that crosses it. For this reason, COACM has considered reducing traffic in the area and rethinking the space according to contemporary criteria. The remodeling proposal aims to restore the plaza’s original essence as a place for socializing and gathering, in addition to initiating a broader process of transformation in the locality.
Ángel Sánchez, president of the Toledo section of COACM, stated that they are willing to collaborate with other municipalities in developing similar projects, committing to provide the necessary technical advice for their implementation. Manuela Lominchar valued this initiative as an example of cooperation among different actors within the framework of a broader provincial cooperation plan that will be financed with a total of 141,695 euros between 2022 and 2024. Mayor Arco highlighted the importance of ensuring that small municipalities have access to quality public spaces.
During the event, the competition guidelines were presented, which foresee awards totaling 5,000 euros, fully funded by the City Council of Chueca. The winner will be responsible for developing the execution project and overseeing the work, under the supervision of a jury composed of representatives from the involved institutions.
Finally, Elena Guijarro, dean of COACM, emphasized the relevance of carrying out urban interventions in any type of municipality, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to promoting initiatives that contribute to making Castilla-La Mancha a more livable and cohesive region.
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