Cidades responsivas: um diagrama teórico conceitual para o século XXI, focado na construção do comum

Abstract

This dissertation explores the concept of responsive cities as a potential evolution of smart cities, integrating it with the notions of urban commons and citizen participation. The study proposes the development of a theoretical–conceptual diagram that synthesizes the essential dynamics of this model, providing a framework for its understanding and implementation. Adopting a qualitative and exploratory approach, the research employs a multi-method strategy combining literature review, Systematic Literature Review (SLR), document analysis, netnography, and graphic synthesis. The findings indicate that responsive cities, by integrating citizen feedback with data collected through sensors, enhance urban design and decision-making processes. They differ from smart cities by prioritizing open platforms, online laboratories, and publicly accessible data, thereby strengthening the collective construction of urban commons. The study concludes that responsive cities represent a more democratic and participatory alternative, aligning with global smart city practices while fostering more inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable urban environments.