Introduction

who we are

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what is Placemaking

For us, we don’t see placemaking as a tool to just simply modify or beautify an underdeveloped public space. It is more of an agency to interact with the community, hear what the stakeholders want, listen to the places’ stories. We cherish the common grounds between stakeholders, and hope to use placemaking to plan a shared vision collaboratively. It is a chance for the «>Vi‡“>ŽiÀÃ̜ÕÃiȓ«iÞiÌVÀi>̈Ûi]ivwVˆi˜ÌÃÌÀ>Ìi}ˆiÃ̜i˜}>}i«iœ«i and grow their attachment towards the place. Most importantly, it is an ongoing work, gradually transforming the space throughout time, empowering the users to create their own experience which makes the “place” in their memories.

who is this Project for

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