What next for place? Unlocking the power of place: design, data & collaboration

People dancing at the West Fest Ceilidh at St Mungo Square, University of Glasgow.

Imagine a future where place-based policies and practices are driven by the stories and identities that make our communities unique.

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Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of Glasgow 11 Chapel Lane Glasgow G11 6EW
18/09/24 - 19/09/24
09:30 am - 17:00 pm

What if we could harness the power of design and creativity to forge meaningful and equitable partnerships? How can this collaborative approach lead to positive outcomes for people, the places we inhabit, and the planet itself?

These are the critical questions at the heart of the "What next for place?" conference.

This event, over one and half days, is a catalyst for advancing next practices in creating places. We have invited practitioners and academics for a collaborative exploration of these crucial themes and we will work together over the event to co-produce some suggested principles for future place-based practices.

Programme features:

Engaging talks & keynotes: gain valuable insights from leading experts and researchers.

Interactive walks & site visits: experience place-based programmes close up.

Live workshop: developing new ways of thinking and working

Together, let's shape ways of working to nurture place meaning, strengthen place partnerships through creativity and design for lasting benefits.

This is a free day and a half conference: 
18th September (full day) 9:30-17:00
19th September (half day) 9:30-13:00

More programme and booking details coming soon!

This event is organised in collaboration with Architecture and Design Scotland, Arts and Humanities Research Council’s Place Programme, University of Glasgow, and Academy of Urbanism. It is supported by LUC.

Header photo credited to University of Glasgow ARC team.