The study focuses on understanding the natural systems in and around the MAM. An integrated approach analyzes terrain, water structures, soil, vegetation, and ecosystems to create landscape and ecological design principles as the foundation for green and blue infrastructure.

Subsequently, new design principles are developed to mitigate heat stress and drought in the MAM, emphasizing the restoration of ecological balance through the creation of an ecological mosaic consisting of green patches and corridors that connect them, resulting in a new metropolitan vision.

The case study focuses on the district of San Bernabé, chosen for its significant socio-economic and environmental challenges. By leveraging the watershed beneath this district as a foundation, the strategy integrates upstream water storage and downstream water retention. Six green and blue infrastructure principles guide the spatial design for San Bernabé, emphasizing upstream water storage and collection in reservoirs, along with downstream cooling and retention through continuous flowing streams and vegetation.

The resulting spatial design and detailed plans envision a transformed urban landscape with increased accessible green spaces and corridors, supported by sustainable water resources. This comprehensive approach aims to mitigate the increasing environmental challenges Monterrey is facing by “hydrating” all living creatures, including people.