Urban design in dialogue

Urban design in dialogue is a model for participatory planning that enhances discussion and understanding among different stakeholders. Read more here [PDF].

Urban design in dialogue is a model for participatory planning that enhances discussion and understanding among different stakeholders. Urban space is designed together, equally and sometimes in contradictory situations. Strong participation, genuine interaction and the integration of different viewpoints into urban development are the central characteristics of dialogic design.

Urban design in dialogue is based on recognizing the experiences and thoughts of different people and actors. Citizen knowledge complements professional knowledge, which improves the quality and democracy of city planning.

In practice, urban design in dialogue refers to a way of talking and discussing that involves listening to and respecting others. The aim is to bring together different stakeholders and participants for an open discussion and to create a respectful and safe space for sharing experiences, views and knowledge as part of an urban planning process.