Connection & Belonging

Well designed community spaces, inviting public areas, and accessible gathering spots foster a sense of togetherness. Neighbourhoods with shared amenities that reflect community values create opportunities for interaction, reinforcing social bonds and a strong sense of belonging. Connection includes place attachment, emerging from environments that resonate emotionally with individuals. Thoughtful planning, cultural sensitivity, and community involvement foster a sense of belonging. By incorporating local elements, meaningful landmarks, and communal spaces, designers can enhance people’s emotional connection to a place, promoting long-lasting attachment and a sense of identity.
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Fellows' Blog

Healing Loneliness: 6 Ways to Design for Social Connection and Community
Erin Peavey
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CDN Blog

Introduction to the Early Years in Cities
Julien Vincelot

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Panel Discussion: Designing Our Way Back — Time, Place, and Urban Reconnection
Fostering Resilience: Lessons from Life at Sea | The Greenhouse
Luca Tausel

DISCOVER

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SPOTLIGHT RESEARCH

Research Authors: Alan Penn
Summary and Analysis: Manasa Vinodkumar
Comfort & AccessibilityConnection & BelongingPlace Attachment

SPOTLIGHT PROJECTS

Philadelphia, PA, USA
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