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Madrid redesigns Azca to restore an urban stream and create a greener, more liveable space
Azca is set for a transformation that will bring back the area's old stream, reduce the focus on large events, and give more space to walking, relaxation, and pedestrian connections in the heart of Madrid.
The proposal brings back the old stream that once ran through the area, returning water to the urban landscape and creating a setting designed for walking and relaxation. The plan moves away from the idea of large events and shows, focusing instead on everyday use and better integration with the city.
The design, based on the 2020 competition and updated to current needs, aims to improve connections with nearby neighbourhoods and make pedestrian movement easier. The priority is to create spaces where people not only pass through, but choose to stay.
Azca, traditionally associated with offices and business activity, now aims to become a lively environment throughout the day, combining nature, architecture, and urban life.
This change will directly affect those who work in and move around the area, improving the quality of public space and offering new places to rest. It also represents a step towards a more sustainable, people-focused city model. The transformation still needs to define its timeline and implementation, but it sets a clear direction: to make Azca a greener, more connected, and vibrant space within the centro de Madrid.