Charles Landry on the Importance of Public Spaces & Cities in Placemaking programme

Public spaces are more than just physical places—they are where cities come alive. They shape our experiences, foster connections, and allow diverse communities to interact, negotiate, and thrive together. In […]
Why Reggio Emilia

Hello from Reggio Emilia, our next host city for Placemaking Week Europe 2025! This vibrant city seamlessly combines history and innovation, with a deep-rooted culture of collaboration, creativity, and interculturality […]
From New York, Ethan Kent of PlacemakingX

We are delighted to have Ethan Kent, Executive Director of PlacemakingX on our Good Place Bench, during the Placemaking Week in Rotterdam. As someone who grew up in Placemaking thanks […]
From Singapore, Stella Gwee of Shophouse & Co

The colorful shoes made us exchange a conversation on our Good Place Bench. Meet placemaker Stella Gwee based in Singapore sharing some valuable insights. Thanks again for the lovely gift, […]
From San Francisco – Robin Abad Ocubillo of the City of Oakland

A civil servant as he calls himself, Robin Abad Ocubillo works for the City of Oakland, on various projects within urban public policy, and civic innovation. Also check out his […]