Architectural design approach for morphing smart cities in Mexico

Universidad de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico

^* Corresponding author: ana.garcialuna@udem.edu

Abstract

This academic work aims to provide an intricate definition of the terms at hand as well as explain the relationship between smart cities and the sustainable development that they present based on a comparative analysis of case studies and experiences in the Mexican context. The endeavour to achieve being an architectural proposal of an innovative solution adapted to current conditions that will be carried out by an academic team, thus incorporating sustainable criteria, universal accessibility and social inclusion. This research work reflects the theoretical aspect, providing an intricate academic reflection and giving background information also establishing the complexity that lies within Latin American metropolis emphasizing in Mexican cities, as to provide insight into the academic dynamics in order to educate professionals on the field from an updated perspective in which they´ll be able to determine and analyse the implementation of smart cities from an architectural standpoint and the impact they would have on the quality of urban life in those Mexican cities.