Guayaquil's Urdesa district mulls arcades, vertical housing to boost walkability

An urban planning expert proposes redesigning Guayaquil's Urdesa neighborhood with arcades, vertical housing, and tree-lined streets modeled on Lima's San Isidro district to improve walkability. The proposal is at an early, non-binding stage with no official commitment. If adopted, it would mark a notable shift in local urban policy, but implementation and funding remain uncertain.