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The study aims to develop a methodology for soundscape characterization in historic urban areas.

April 10, 2026Applied SciencesOpen Access

Soundscape-Informed Urban Planning and Architecture in Historic Centers: A Multi-Layer Method for Soundscape Characterization Applied to Bilbao Old Town

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Multi-layer methodology analyzes soundscapes in Bilbao's Old Town, suggesting improved urban livability.

The study aims to develop a methodology for soundscape characterization in historic urban areas.
Implemented a multi-layer methodology in Bilbao's Old Town.
Executed sound fieldwork for recording and documentation.
Created a qualified sound map to visualize sound identity.
Analyzed sound through five interpretative dimensions.
Developed operational audio materials for future comparison with users.
Generated a comprehensive documentary corpus of sound records and representations.
Identified spatial contrasts in sound across various urban areas.
Contributed a protocol for future participatory validation efforts.

Iturbe-Martín et al. (2026) studied this question.

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