Introduction to placemaking

Mind your language!!!

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Why does it matter?

‘When I use a word,’ Humpty Dumpty said, in a rather scornful tone, ‘it means just what I choose it to mean - neither more nor less.’

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Spot the difference

• Regeneration• Renaissance• Sustainable communities• Localism• Placeshaping• Placemaking

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Regeneration

‘A set of activities that reverse economic, social and physical decline in areas where market forces will not do this without support from government.’- DCLG, 2008

Photo: David Rose

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Renaissance

‘We must bring about a change in urban attitudes so that towns and cities once again become attractive places in which to live, work and socialise.’- Urban Task Force, 1999

Salford - who benefits from renaissance?

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Sustainable communities‘Places where people want to live and work, now and in the future... They are safe and inclusive, well planned, built and run, and offer equality of opportunity and good services for all.’- Homes and Communities Agency

Eldonian Village, Liverpool

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Localism

‘Our belief is that – wherever possible – decision-making should be as close to the user as possible.’- New Local Government Network, 2005

Neighbourhood wardens, Huntingdon

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Placeshaping

‘the creative use of [local authorities’] powers and influence to promote the general well-being of a community and its citizens.’- Lyons Inquiry, 2007

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Placemaking?

‘Our job is to cherish, protect, enhance, replace and refresh in a way that makes a positive contribution to our communities and the wider district.’- City of Bradford MDC

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The Egan Wheel

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Further reading:World class places summary

Makingreat magazine, summer 2009