Recess Reimagined: The Intergenerational Campus
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Lopez-Videla, Angela. 2024. Recess Reimagined: The Intergenerational Campus. Master's thesis, Harvard Graduate School of Design.Abstract
This thesis project tackles Los Angeles' severe housing crisis, evident in the LosAngeles Housing Element, while also addressing the urban heat island effect, social
isolation, and a growing aging population. Elementary school campuses in Los Angeles
are currently covered in heat-absorbing asphalt, intensifying the heat island effect.
The central question of this thesis revolves around finding a comprehensive solution to
Los Angeles' housing crisis, social isolation, and the urban heat island issue, with a
particular focus on the elderly.
The project's relevance lies in its response to urban development challenges and
pressing societal issues. It draws from research demonstrating the positive effects of
intergenerational programs and innovative strategies for reimagining underutilized
LAUSD-owned land.
The project proposes a prototype for senior housing on LAUSD elementary school
campuses, complemented by redesigned play spaces and improved arts and fitness
facilities. This holistic approach offers a scalable solution to the housing crisis, social
connectivity, and heat mitigation, targeting up to 140 elementary schools strategically
selected based on their proximity to hospitals and public transit.
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