Bringing Parks to Life in Monterrey, Mexico with Data-Driven Design

How CITYDATA.ai is shaping urban regeneration to help reimagine Monterrey's parks and green spaces.

Monterrey, the bustling capital of Nuevo León, Mexico, is undergoing a transformation. The city's local government is leveraging the power of big data and artificial intelligence (AI) from CITYDATA.ai to revitalize and enhance its parks and public spaces. This innovative approach, centered around a solution called CITYPARKS, is yielding valuable insights that are guiding the development of projects aimed at urban regeneration, public space reclamation, and design focused on user experience, fostering coexistence, and promoting sustainable urbanism.

CITYPARKS empowers data-driven design. The easy-to-use interface provides clear and comprehensive data on park usage, enabling city planners and designers to make informed decisions based on real-world citizen behavior. This eliminates guesswork and ensures that park renovations cater to the actual needs and preferences of the communities they serve.

The positive impact of CITYPARKS is evident in several ongoing projects, including:

Plaza Alameda Mariano Escobedo (Centro community):

This beloved plaza in the heart of Monterrey is undergoing a comprehensive restoration. Over 400 native trees will be planted, replacing those in poor condition and bolstering the existing ecosystem. The project also includes improved irrigation systems, upgraded furniture and infrastructure, and the modernization of lighting with energy-efficient LEDs. CITYPARKS data revealed that the Alameda attracts an average of 360,810 visitors annually, with weekends seeing the highest influx. This valuable insight has informed the project's focus on creating a safe, welcoming, and vibrant space for all residents.

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Santa Rosa Park (Chepevera community): This park serves as a central gathering point for the Chepevera and María Luisa communities. Residents engage in a variety of activities here, from calisthenics and basketball to social events organized by local collectives. CITYPARKS data revealed a high concentration of users with short dwell times, suggesting the park is primarily used for exercise and community meetings. This knowledge has guided the development of targeted programs and workshops held during peak usage times (8:00 AM to noon and 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM). Additionally, a successful "Save a Splash" campaign distributed low-water consumption watering cans during a heatwave, demonstrating the community's strong commitment to environmental stewardship. Building on this initiative, SEDUSO (Secretary of Sustainable Urban Development of Monterrey) has hosted over six workshops on topics like seed germination, plant propagation, and urban gardening.

Plaza de la Luz (Centro community): This plaza is home to "La Luz," a community collective actively involved in the city's Community Urban Gardens Program. Prior to installing the garden, CITYPARKS data confirmed that residents already frequented the space for leisure activities. Armed with this knowledge, SEDUSO collaborated with La Luz to organize workshops that fostered a deeper interest in urban agriculture and sustainable practices. The plaza has since seen the installation of a thriving community garden, further enriching the space and promoting environmental awareness.

The transformative power of data-driven design is evident in Monterrey's park regeneration projects. By leveraging CITYPARKS, the city is not only revitalizing green spaces but also fostering a sense of community ownership and environmental responsibility. This innovative approach paves the way for a more sustainable and vibrant future for Monterrey's urban landscape.

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About CITYDATA.ai

CITYDATA.ai brings mobility big data + Ai to make cities smarter, safer, equitable, and resilient. Our technology platform publishes multiyear visitation data for parks and open spaces across +9000 cities around the world. We provide insights about people counts, density patterns, movement trends, economic and community impact. We are passionate about nurturing and growing our parks systems.

Founded in 2020 in San Francisco, California, CITYDATA.ai provides fresh, accurate, daily insights that are essential for smart city programs, parks, economic development, urban planning, mobility and transportation, tourism, disaster impact analysis, sustainability, and resilience.

You can reach the company via email at business@citydata.ai if you’d like to discuss your data needs and use cases. You can also follow the company on Linkedin, and the UniverCity.ai blog to stay updated on the newest innovations in mobility data + Ai.