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

Navigating Resilience: Insights from The Greenhouse series
Luca Tausel, Marta Delgado
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CDN Blog

Designing for Democracy
Samantha Yannucci

READ

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What would our built environment look like if we took our emotional, psychological and social needs today as the starting point for creating our surroundings?
Restorative Environments | Social Equity & Systemic Design | The Bridge | March 2026
Mizan Rambhoros & Alvaro Puertas | Conversations on Conscious Design
Mizan Rambhoros, Alvaro Puertas Villavicencio

DISCOVER

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SPOTLIGHT RESEARCH

Research Authors: Griffiths, S., & Navickas, K.
Summary and Analysis: Manasa Vinodkumar
Agency & AutonomyConnection & BelongingMeaning & PurposeSafety & Security

SPOTLIGHT PROJECTS

Workspace® | The Biscuit Factory, 100 Drummond Rd, London SE16 4DG, UK
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