#public-spaces

#public-spaces

Swimmable Cities is an alliance of 153 organizations across 59 cities in 22 countries, aiming to reclaim urban waterways as safe, healthy, and accessible public spaces for communities.

"At this time of year, that means being out before the sun comes up, and being hypervigilant. And that was the first time I can remember that anyone tried to put me at ease."

The refurbished gardens are set to open to the public in stages from July 5, featuring new seating, a playground, an outdoor fitness zone, and a community gardening area.

The experience highlighted a disturbing societal norm where women’s assertiveness is frowned upon, reinforcing the expectation for women to remain polite and accommodating despite intrusive behavior.

Cllr Richard Diment expressed that keeping Bexley clean and green is a top priority, emphasizing the council's zero tolerance for littering and commitment to making Bexley safer and more attractive.

Instead of a singular large-scale intervention, the masterplan overlays new structures onto the existing urban grain, preserving heritage while promoting commercial and cultural activities.

In England, outdoor play has declined by 50% in a generation, leading to children spending more time indoors on digital devices, sparked by an anti-play culture.

The reopening of the One New Change roof terrace restores breathtaking views of St. Paul's Cathedral while implementing safety measures to prevent further tragedies.

I am glad to see Gilroy taking a proactive approach to community building through its downtown food truck pilot program. Encouraging food trucks not only revitalizes public spaces by offering citizens a casual place to hang out, but it also supports local entrepreneurs and provides affordable dining options.

"Tate was conceptualized during the pandemic when I was thinking about social distancing," says Justin Champaign, founder and creative partner.

A runner has been taken to hospital after being hit by a falling tree near the River Thames in south-west London, highlighting potential hazards along waterways.

The kinds of behaviours this training would assist with include inappropriate comments, gestures, cat calling or even unwanted touching... anything that makes you feel unsafe is not OK.

In the city that never sleeps, we envisioned a haven where visual storytellers could converge, connect and be seen. Now more than ever, it's crucial that we provide a platform for these narratives to unfold.

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"Fencing off huge sections of the park and renting them out for weeks at a time, generating huge profits for private equity firms, undermines the very purpose of the park as a public space."