Urban art can be a strategic tool for the revitalization of public spaces, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging collective engagement, which can bring benefits to the implementation and maintenance of these spaces. This article aims to deepen the debate on the integration between art and urban planning, as well as highlight the potential of urban art in strengthening community bonds and local identity. To this end, it takes as a case study the linear park project under Line 1 of Trensurb in Novo Hamburgo/RS, whose elevated structure and layout disrupted the urban fabric, creating underutilized spaces that lack functionality and are marked by insecurity. The project presents urban design solutions to optimize and transform such spaces, promoting their appropriation by users and reconnecting the city in an inclusive and functional way, even in a context of scarce resources. Ultimately, it seeks to contribute to the discussion on urban design solutions for the creation of more attractive, inclusive, and democratic cities.
Rebellato et al. (Thu,) studied this question.