in the tradition of ildefons cerda, rueda imagined the superblocks as a way to humanize cities.ic idea is to delineate a large area of roughly three blocks by three blocks as multi-use space. this means that cyclists and pedestrians are given equal priority to cars. non-resident automobile thru-traffic is diverted. the goal? to reduce traffic in the city and give citizens a chance to truly enjoy it. did i mention that this means reducing air and noise pollution, as well? not to mention strengthening social fabric, community engagement, pedestrian mobility... and the list goes on! what about the general critique when you mess with a road in a good way, meaning you get rid of the cars, that you're just pushing the cars to the perimeter, and maybe more cars, more pollution. how have you tackled the critique about that? you're sort of pushing the problem into somebody else's neighbourhood. change of level? yes. woah, traffic lights! yeah. not needed. - not everyone was in favour of the concept of superblocks, at first. opposition ralli, residents protested. many were worried it woul