In the past two decades, cities have undergone significant socio-technical transitions as urban responses to climate change. Transforming the urban system into one that is sustainable demands adaptive, inclusive, and participatory planning. This project introduces a process aimed at achieving intelligent urban design through the principles of urban transformation, self-sufficient urbanism, and "placemaking."

The proposal envisions transforming a currently sterile area into a vibrant urban fabric of mixed uses. By leveraging a strategic location within the city, the project seeks to develop a high-quality urban regeneration initiative that addresses future challenges while inspiring sustainable lifestyles for future residents and users. The project aims to establish a transformative process through enabling infrastructures and active citizen participation to tackle the environmental, economic, and housing crises affecting cities today. The urban development plan for Donapea targets a density of 60-80 housing units per hectare, ensuring adequate service provision and aligning with average values for mixed-use urban areas combining housing, economic activities, facilities, and green spaces.

A key focus of this proposal is integrating the development area with Pamplona’s existing urban core. This will be achieved through a network of existing and newly planned roads, fostering connectivity and merging the periphery with the city’s fabric. Additionally, the development and definition of open spaces will play a vital role in achieving project objectives, addressing challenges such as energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, respect for the landscape, and housing accessibility.

The proposed design naturally incorporates existing single-family homes while introducing a 70x70 meter grid inspired by the Cerdà Plan for the remaining area. This grid framework balances functionality and adaptability, creating a cohesive urban layout that integrates seamlessly with existing structures while supporting future growth and development.