Habita(rua)cional: rua que acolhe

Abstract

The field of architecture and urbanism, although widespread as a luxury item and restricted to the population with high purchasing power, is a political tool that can and must be used to benefit all. Therefore, this course conclusion work turns to homeless people and the inhabiting in the urban space of Barreiras, Bahia. From a bibliographical survey, research, and fielding perceptions, the aim is to show its (re)existence, fostering the discussion that, since thinking about cities is part of the attribution of the architect and urban planner, they have a key role in the process of including homeless people in city planning, instead of keeping and replaying hostile elements whose purpose is to drive them out of the streets. Therefore, in this work, guidelines and project proposals have been developed for Barreiras, intervening to make the city a more welcoming place to the target audience. Habita(rua)cional (a term created by the author to define what has been proposed) is about inhabiting the streets. And inhabiting with dignity in a hosting street.