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

Bridging Generations Through Design: The Greenhouse & PANACHe
Marta Delgado
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CDN Blog

Beyond Neuroscience in Culture, Research and Design
Marta Delgado

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WATCH

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"What is it about out institutions, our day-to-day life, that makes democracy such a fragile thing right now, to this day? That is something we need to interrogate, all of us, really deeply."
The Importance of Placemaking in Thriving Communities
Ethan Kent
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

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