Percepção, uso e afetividade de frequentadores de praças públicas na cidade de São Paulo, Brasil

Abstract

The present study analyzed the perception of regulars about five squares of the city of São Paulo and the use of these spaces. Exploratory interviews were conducted with attendees. The results indicate that green areas, safety, location, leisure, physical activity are among the items that contribute to positive feelings, as well as the decision to use these spaces. Infrastructure such as the presence of benches, bins, bathrooms and other elements that prolong the stay of the visitor in the square and increase their comfort when visiting the space is perceived, used and considered very important by the regulars. There is no standard in planning structures and equipment in different squares, since management is decentralized. The perceptions of the squares by the regulars can help in the creation of base projects, with similar elements, that meet these common expectations. In this way, it becomes relevant to be considered by public managers, weak and strong points perceived by regulars.