The land production in the Retiro district (Madrid)

Authors

  • María Jesús Vidal Domínguez

Abstract

The urban analysis of this space marks an effort to know Madrid better: the zone is situated between Alcalá Street to the north, Arroyo Abroñigal to the east, to the west Menéndez Pelayo Ave. (Retiro Park), and to the South Mediterráneo Ave. The different periods of building, with their distinct political, economic and social backgrounds, have a direct impact on the sector, where types of ownership, both of the land and of building, has exercised a decisive influence. Likewise, the evolution of transport is considered to be an esencial factor in its development. The functions of the area, mainly residential and commercial activities, will also differ as to district and the inhabitants. This last point is only outlined, since its detailed analysis which will be the object of further research not as yet possible. To summarize, this is a complex, heterogeneous space, where the forms of housing run from detached houses to blocks of very different hights.

Published

1988-12-27

How to Cite

Vidal Domínguez, M. J. (1988). The land production in the Retiro district (Madrid). Ciudad Y Territorio Estudios Territoriales, (78), 55–64. Retrieved from https://recyt.fecyt.es/index.php/CyTET/article/view/82738