Articles tagged “city”

Cities are changed by more than major projects. A courtyard, the route to work, and a familiar bench also change when residents notice them and reach agreements with one another. We look at what this kind of participation involves, which small actions make a good start, and how to see results without grand declarations or lengthy approvals.

A shared place works when it is equally comfortable for someone spending an hour there with a book and for someone merely passing through. We describe the signs of a successful public space and explain why accessibility and a choice of activities matter more than spectacular decoration or expensive materials.