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Insights from Above: Learning with Birds about Our Cities
Explore how observing urban birds, from Seville's swifts to London's pigeons, offers fresh perspectives on city life, human identity, and multi-species connections, inspired by Donna Haraway's 'becoming with' philosophy.
Inclusive public toilets: best practice for placemakers
Public toilets shape access to public life. As placemaking strategies evolve, inclusive toilet design must become part of the conversation.
Musings on the Heritage Creates 2025 Report from The Heritage Alliance
The Heritage Creates 2025 report is a reminder that heritage is about participation as much as preservation, and its power to connect communities and foster creativity.
The Community Noticeboard as cultural infrastructure
After relocating to rural Cambridgeshire, I quickly discovered that the humble Community Noticeboard was more than just a place for announcements — it was a lifeline, weaving together culture, creativity, and community spirit.
Why culture must be built into destinations from the start
When it comes to creating new destinations, building new neighbourhoods, or even just developing an office block culture must be front of mind.
The power of Bridges: culture, community and the built environment
Bridges do more than span rivers and get you from A to B. From iconic landmarks to local crossings, they show how connection, culture, and built environments shape who we are and where we belong.