The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces

This study analyzes the habitability of Cuernavaca’s Historic Center from the perspective of its long-term residents focusing on access to housing and perceptions of public space safety. Through 60 in-depth interviews and mental maps, it explores the social, economic, and urban transformations of th...

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Autor principal: Silveyra Rosales, Mariana Teresa
Formato: Artículo revista
Lenguaje:Español
Publicado: Facultad de Arquitectura, Planeamiento y Diseño | Universidad Nacional de Rosario 2025
Materias:
habitabilidad
centro histórico
vivienda
espacio público
habitability
historic center
housing
public space
Acceso en línea:https://www.ayp.fapyd.unr.edu.ar/index.php/ayp/article/view/504
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spelling I15-R196-article-5042025-12-12T14:04:12Z The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces La habitabilidad en el centro : Cuernavaca, entre el abandono de la vivienda y el dinamismo de sus espacios públicos Silveyra Rosales, Mariana Teresa habitabilidad centro histórico vivienda espacio público habitability historic center housing public space This study analyzes the habitability of Cuernavaca’s Historic Center from the perspective of its long-term residents focusing on access to housing and perceptions of public space safety. Through 60 in-depth interviews and mental maps, it explores the social, economic, and urban transformations of the past decade. Findings reveal a concerning rate of housing abandonment (33.6% of homes are unoccupied), a 30% increase in rental costs since 2020, and growing perceptions of insecurity linked to urban decay and the rising presence of homeless individuals. Despite this, public spaces remain active and valued for their cultural and social offerings. The conclusions emphasize the need for comprehensive public policies to regulate the housing market, rehabilitate abandoned buildings, and improve urban infrastructure. The applied methodology provides a solid foundation for replicating the analysis in other historic centers grounded on the participation of inhabitants. This work seeks to address strategies to strengthen community life and promote fair, safe, and sustainable urban development. Este estudio analiza la habitabilidad del Centro Histórico de Cuernavaca desde la perspectiva de sus vecinos, con énfasis en el acceso a la vivienda y la percepción de seguridad en el espacio público. A través de 60 entrevistas a profundidad y mapas mentales, se exploran las transformaciones sociales, económicas y urbanas ocurridas en la última década. Los resultados revelan un preocupante abandono habitacional (33.6% de viviendas desocupadas), incremento del 30% en el costo de renta desde 2020 y una percepción creciente de inseguridad vinculada al deterioro urbano y al aumento de personas sintecho. Pese a ello, los espacios públicos se mantienen activos y valorados por su oferta cultural y social. Las conclusiones subrayan la necesidad de políticas públicas integrales que regulen el mercado de vivienda, rehabiliten inmuebles abandonados y mejoren la infraestructura urbana. La metodología empleada ofrece una base para replicar el análisis en otros centros históricos fundamentada en la escucha y participación de los habitantes. Este trabajo busca incidir en la formulación de estrategias que fortalezcan la vida comunitaria y promuevan un desarrollo urbano justo, seguro y sostenible. Facultad de Arquitectura, Planeamiento y Diseño | Universidad Nacional de Rosario 2025-12-06 info:eu-repo/semantics/article info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion text/html application/zip application/pdf https://www.ayp.fapyd.unr.edu.ar/index.php/ayp/article/view/504 10.35305/23626097v12i23.504 A&P Continuidad; Vol. 12 Núm. 23 (2025): ARCHIVOS DE ARQUITECTURA Y URBANISMO EN AMÉRICA LATINA: CONFIGURACIONES Y VIVENCIAS INTERNAS 2362-6097 2362-6089 spa https://www.ayp.fapyd.unr.edu.ar/index.php/ayp/article/view/504/722 https://www.ayp.fapyd.unr.edu.ar/index.php/ayp/article/view/504/723 https://www.ayp.fapyd.unr.edu.ar/index.php/ayp/article/view/504/744 Derechos de autor 2025 A&P Continuidad http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
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centro histórico
vivienda
espacio público
habitability
historic center
housing
public space
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centro histórico
vivienda
espacio público
habitability
historic center
housing
public space
Silveyra Rosales, Mariana Teresa
The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces
topic_facet habitabilidad
centro histórico
vivienda
espacio público
habitability
historic center
housing
public space
author Silveyra Rosales, Mariana Teresa
author_facet Silveyra Rosales, Mariana Teresa
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title The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces
title_short The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces
title_full The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces
title_fullStr The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces
title_full_unstemmed The habitability in the center: Cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces
title_sort habitability in the center: cuernavaca, between the abandonment of housing and the dynamism of its public spaces
description This study analyzes the habitability of Cuernavaca’s Historic Center from the perspective of its long-term residents focusing on access to housing and perceptions of public space safety. Through 60 in-depth interviews and mental maps, it explores the social, economic, and urban transformations of the past decade. Findings reveal a concerning rate of housing abandonment (33.6% of homes are unoccupied), a 30% increase in rental costs since 2020, and growing perceptions of insecurity linked to urban decay and the rising presence of homeless individuals. Despite this, public spaces remain active and valued for their cultural and social offerings. The conclusions emphasize the need for comprehensive public policies to regulate the housing market, rehabilitate abandoned buildings, and improve urban infrastructure. The applied methodology provides a solid foundation for replicating the analysis in other historic centers grounded on the participation of inhabitants. This work seeks to address strategies to strengthen community life and promote fair, safe, and sustainable urban development.
publisher Facultad de Arquitectura, Planeamiento y Diseño | Universidad Nacional de Rosario
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