PlacemakingX
@PlacemakingX
A global network of public space leaders who together accelerate collective learning, advocacy & action for #placemaking. Tweets by @EBKent
Placemaking and housing affordability have been in each-other’s blind spots, but could together be harnessed to accelerate each-other's viability and impact. Placemaking for lovability can help achieve livability more affordably, more inclusively, and more quickly.
Announcing #PlacemakerWeekASEAN 2025, in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, Aug 26-30! Led by @placemakingMY, with #PlacemakingThailand(@UrbanStudiesLab ), @PlacemakingDVO & #PlacemakingIndonesia. #PlacemakingAsia #PlacemakingASEAN #PlacemakingMalaysia
Is your organization ready to shape the next #feminist placemaking revolution? Join the first-ever #FeministPlacemaking Program by @Thegenderedcty working at the intersection of #communities, #places, and #equity. 🌍💜 From #Amsterdam to the world. genderedcity.org/feminist-pm-pr…
HOW CAN WE APPLY URBAN RESEARCH MORE EFFECTIVELY to make better cities, towns and suburbs? The 62nd International Making Cities Livable (IMCL) conference in Potsdam, Germany, October 15-18, will take up this important question, among others imcl.online/post/how-can-w…
Let's take streets and sidewalks to the next level of safety, economic activity, and social life! #DoubleLoadedSidewalks are essential to making great #sidewalks: sociallifeproject.org/double-loaded-… By @Fred_Kent & @DrTPanova #urbanplanning #urbanism #placemaking
This is interesting — “The Hidden Wealth of Cities” by the World Bank, on how the PUBLIC SPACES in cities are a great economic investment and asset rather than a cost or liability. But too many cities aren’t taking smart advantage of the economic benefits. openknowledge.worldbank.org/server/api/cor…
#PublicMarkets leaders from around the world! We’re inspired by and grateful for the #MarketCities network, led by @PPS_Placemaking, of which we, and many #PlacemakingX leaders, are partners.
Some of our int'l friends & colleagues were unable to attend #PublicMarkets25 due to current political circumstances in the US—they submitted video greetings instead! Enjoy this colorful glimpse into markets across the globe! We're so grateful for our ongoing partnerships!
Join us for the global launch of #DistrictsInPlacemaking! @PlacemakingX with @placemaking_eu, The Place Institute & @GCDNet will support & connect organizations working to apply #Placemaking, #PlaceGovernance, #PlaceManagement, & #PlaceLedDevelopment: linkedin.com/events/distric…
Social Life for All: Places Where Seniors Thrive. Fred Kent 'A great city is one that is designed for everyone. All people equally deserve to enjoy their city and what it has to offer.' It must be good for the 8 and the 80 year old. Equity. Great photos: bit.ly/3FZHd6a
The public square is the heart of community life. Here are a few guidelines for how to make better squares. 🎞️ by @DrTPanova #urbanplanning #urbanism #placemaking #publicspaces #publicplaces #walkablecity #walkability
A pioneering document for #placemaking - the master plan that our @Fred_Kent led for #BryantPark in 1980, after founding @PPS_Placemaking in 1975 to put William H Whyte’s work into practice: uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5810e16fbe876c… @bryantparknyc #UrbanParks #LandArch
“Let’s go play outside!” But where? In many cities, kids face traffic, fences, and concrete instead of parks or safe streets. When public space disappears, so does childhood. Urban planning must make room for play, movement, and imagination. Kids deserve better 🌳
320+ Participants 8 Venues 130+ Sessions/tours 100+ Speakers
The closing picture of our 4-day #GlobalPlacemakingSummit! Convened with 300+ participants, from 20+ countries, at 6 amazing venues across Toronto. @place_canada #PlacemakingCanada #Placemaking
The closing picture of our 4-day #GlobalPlacemakingSummit! Convened with 300+ participants, from 20+ countries, at 6 amazing venues across Toronto. @place_canada #PlacemakingCanada #Placemaking
On the final day of the summit: We were inspired by @gil_placemaker's visionary insights on #regeneration & Melbourne's iconic laneways + our ED @gsebag shared the closing plenary's stage with @ebkent & @RamonMarrades A heartfelt thanks to @PlacemakingX & @place_canada!
What a week in Toronto! @PlacemakingX @place_canada #GlobalPlacemakingSummit brought together a dynamic global #community working toward healthier & more joyful #cities Honored to be part of this important gathering and already looking forward to the next summit! #UrbanHealth
Day 4 of #GlobalPlacemakingSummit at Evergreen Brick Works 🌿 • Messy cities • Empowering placemakers • Digital placemaking • The value of public participation Spaces are shaped by nature + history, so great places hold complexity — and community. #PlacemakingCanada
A few powerful moments from @PlacemakingX #GlobalPlacemakingSummit: @Fred_Kent @sociallifeproj on the importance of accessibility in public spaces Amanda O'Rourke @880Cities on placemaking for the underhoused Clara Bitter @citiesforpeople on data-driven + people-first design