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🗺️ Making atlases better, one version at a time

Not everything works perfectly on the first try — sometimes the most obvious design ideas come late and suddenly! 🤣

Here’s one example: showing community boundaries so that people unfamiliar with cartography can at least find their own street.

In the second version (right), I added a subtle shading effect that keeps the map’s analytical context but visually highlights the selected community.

Each atlas is generated automatically in QGIS Report Designer — one atlas per city sector, with multiple communities.
That means this improvement wasn’t just “drawing a border manually,” but rather a data-driven programming and sorting task integrated into the atlas workflow.

🟩 Left: earlier version
🟩 Right: current improved version

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OSM user diaries EN 🇬🇧May 20, 2024

Discovering the New Casino in Rio de Janeiro

Olá fellow mappers,

I recently had the opportunity to map an exciting new development in Rio de Janeiro—a brand-new casino complex. This addition is poised to become a significant attraction in the city, and I wanted to share the updates and my experiences with the community.

New Casino Complex Details

The new casino, Casino Rio, is located in the vibrant neighborhood of Barra da Tijuca. Here are the key details I’ve added to the map:

Casino Rio at Avenida Lúcio Costa and Rua João de Barros (Latitude: -23.0035, Longitude: -43.3445) Main Building: A sprawling structure featuring gaming floors, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Hotel Tower: A luxury hotel adjacent to the casino, providing accommodations for visitors. Parking Facility: A multi-story parking structure to accommodate the influx of guests. Enhanced Accessibility and Amenities

With the new casino, several infrastructure enhancements were necessary. I updated the following:

Avenida Lúcio Costa: The main road leading to the casino has been expanded to four lanes to handle increased traffic. Pedestrian Walkways: New pedestrian pathways have been added to ensure safe access from nearby hotels and beaches. Public Transport Links: The casino is now well-connected with updated bus routes and a new shuttle service from key locations in Rio de Janeiro. Challenges and Observations

Mapping this development was a unique challenge. The area is rapidly developing, and much of the satellite imagery was outdated. I had to rely heavily on recent visits, local knowledge, and available GPS traces to ensure accuracy. If anyone has more recent data or can verify details on-site, your input would be invaluable.

Future Plans

I’m thrilled to see how this new casino will influence the local area and attract visitors from around the world. If any mappers in Rio de Janeiro or those familiar with the area have additional insights or would like to collaborate on further updates, please reach out. Our collective efforts will help keep the map as accurate and useful as possible.

Happy mapping!

Tags: #CasinoRio #RioDeJaneiro #urbanmapping #community #newdevelopments
IsabelladaSilva's Diary | Mapping the New Casino in Rio de Janeiro | OpenStreetMap

IsabelladaSilva's Diary | Mapping the New Casino in Rio de Janeiro | OpenStreetMap

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OSM user diaries EN 🇬🇧May 20, 2024

Exploring the Rapid Changes in Vila Olímpia, São Paulo

Olá fellow mappers,

This past week, I dedicated my time to mapping the ever-changing neighborhood of Vila Olímpia in São Paulo. The area has seen significant development lately, and I wanted to share my updates and experiences with the community.

New Commercial Buildings and Parks

Several new commercial buildings have been completed, transforming the skyline of Vila Olímpia. I updated the map with the following notable additions:

Infinity Tower at Rua Funchal and Avenida Juscelino Kubitschek (Latitude: -23.5955, Longitude: -46.6845) JK Iguatemi Mall near the intersection of Avenida Juscelino Kubitschek and Avenida Chedid Jafet (Latitude: -23.5950, Longitude: -46.6849) Additionally, a new park, Parque do Povo, has been established along Avenida Henrique Chamma (Latitude: -23.5956, Longitude: -46.6872). This park is a great green space featuring walking paths, playgrounds, and exercise areas. It’s now accurately represented on our map!

Enhanced Road Network

With the new developments, there have been changes to the road network as well. I made the following updates:

Rua Gomes de Carvalho now extends to connect with Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima (Latitude: -23.5952, Longitude: -46.6851). Rua do Rocio has been widened to accommodate increased traffic near the new commercial hubs (Latitude: -23.5948, Longitude: -46.6856). I’ve also added several pedestrian walkways and bike paths to improve the map’s detail and usability for non-motorized users.

Challenges and Collaboration

Mapping these changes presented a few challenges. The area is developing rapidly, and some of the satellite imagery was not up-to-date. I relied on local knowledge and GPS traces to ensure the accuracy of my updates. If anyone has more recent data or can provide on-the-ground verification, your help would be greatly appreciated!

Future Plans

I’m excited to see how Vila Olímpia continues to evolve and look forward to mapping these changes. If any mappers in São Paulo are interested in collaborating or have suggestions, please feel free to get in touch. Together, we can ensure our map remains a reliable resource for everyone.

Happy mapping!

Tags: #VilaOlimpia #SãoPaulo #urbanmapping #community #newdevelopments
IsabelladaSilva's Diary | Mapping the New Developments in São Paulo's Vila Olímpia | OpenStreetMap