Reggio Emilia turns local challenges into global lessons

Placemaking Week Europe turned Reggio Emilia into a living laboratory, with 600+ participants co-creating solutions in five neighborhoods. Through Local Challenges, locals and internationals tested ideas—from quick actions to long-term strategies—showing how participatory approaches make cities more liveable, inclusive, and resilient.
Why Reggio Emilia? Placemaking Week Europe 2025

This year, our placemaking festival takes place in a city that is more than just a spot on the map—it is a true crossroads of history, values, and potential: Reggio Emilia.
Placemaking Europe Year in Retrospect – 2024 edition

Introduction 2024 was a remarkable year for Placemaking Europe. We celebrated our biggest and most successful Placemaking Week Europe edition to date thanks to our fantastic host city Rotterdam, we […]