Retrace the process

THEORY OF CHANGE PROBLEM A shrinking neighbourhood, an area that is ageing, and that is a quasi-gated community, inhabited mostly by rich people. During the years those dynamics led to numerous empty dwellings because people request different needs and numerous abandoned commercial activities.

OBJECTIVE Revitalize the neighbourhoods, making it more vibrant with new incoming residents and reactivate all the vacant activities on the ground floor, providing new services and job opportunities.

OUTCOMES ON INDIRECT BENEFICIARIES SHORT TERM OUTCOMES: New opportunities for merchants product. to sell their Better performance of commercial activities, means more earnings due to more request upon the residential stock. MIDDLE TERM OUTCOMES: Increasing the living standard of the neighbourhood and the reputation led to more request on the market. Better quality of life and reduced pollution.

OUTCOMES ON DIRECT BENEFICIARIES SHORT TERM OUTCOMES: New areas to enjoy and relax. Less commuting time due to new services in the area imply that residents don’t have to rely on other cities. LONG TERM OUTCOMES: Less traffic congestion and more value for the residential buildings and the neighbourhood.

NEGATIVE OUTCOMES - SIDE EFFECT: More maintenance needed in the park. New area that should be controlled in particular during the evening / night.