Target Audience

This book is for all those actively working in the built environment. It presents the latest theory and practice of engaging with stakeholders to co-design, develop and manage thriving places.

Foundation and Approach

It starts from the importance of integrating design of nature into practice built on a foundation of First Nations understanding of place.

Engagement and Case Studies

The art of engagement of community, government and the development industry is discussed with reference to case studies and best practice techniques.

Placemaking and Community Resilience

The book then focuses on the critical role placemaking has in supporting resilience and adaptability of communities and looks at issues of leadership and governance.

Tools and Approaches

Building on these steps for placemaking, the last parts of the book address economics, evaluation, digital and art based tools and approaches to support projects that aim to create an engaged, contributive, collaborative and active citizen.