Santiago Caprio: An innovative architect with a focus on community wellbeing
El Salvador and the Road to a People-Centred Smart City
In this interview, international architect and urban planner Santiago Caprio shares his vision for the future of people-centered smart cities. With more than two decades of experience in sustainable projects across various countries, Caprio underscores the importance of technology as a tool to enhance quality of life, promote sustainability, and honor cultural identity.
As a member of UN-Habitat, Dr. Caprio highlights the need to prioritize citizen well-being, foster community participation, and design with sensitivity to local contexts. Regarding El Salvador, he points to projects such as the modernization of historic centers and the waterfront, which aim to achieve sustainable urban development by combining technological innovation with cultural preservation.