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

What Do We Talk About When We talk About Democratic Urban Design?
Luis Tsukayama-Cisneros
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CDN Blog

Designing for Democracy
Samantha Yannucci

READ

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WATCH

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How do mirror neurons allow for the recognition of an observed action?
The Importance of Placemaking in Thriving Communities
Ethan Kent
Panel Discussion: Designing Our Way Back — Time, Place, and Urban Reconnection

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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