Atelier 21 is a Paris-based ecological laboratory that explores new ways of engaging with energy, making it visible and accessible through hands-on learning, cultural projects,
What if the buildings of the Bartók District could power not only our homes, but also the life of the neighbourhood – with solar energy
Hidden behind gates in Budapest’s crowded streets, community gardens are quietly demonstrating alternative ways of living in the city, offering a chance to slow down,
Miutcánk, or “Our Street” in English, is a Hungarian digital platform designed to help urban residents share tools, resources, and local services. The idea was
When one borrower lost his wedding ring in a local park, he turned to an unlikely hero: a metal detector rented from his neighbourhood Library
How can neighbourhood communities work towards climate adaptation? What is the potential of neglected and underused green areas in urban neighbourhoods? Eutropian’s Levente Polyák joins
The GU-Süd Energy Community in Austria is proving that collaboration can be the key to a more resilient and sustainable future. In our interview, Mayor
The Vienna Youth Strategy participatory process was an inclusive and collaborative initiative in Vienna, Austria, aimed at shaping policies and programs for the city’s youth population. Through a series
Repair Café Budapest is Hungary’s first and only repair café, offering a collaborative space where broken household items—like toasters, bicycles, and sewing machines—are brought back
Commissioning models by which the public sector externalises the provision of public services often favour large companies, excluding smaller providers. In an attempt to set
Civocracy is revolutionising digital civic engagement by providing a secure and inclusive platform for citizens to actively participate in decision-making processes. By combining online tools
Redefining Urban Security for Inclusive Cities The experience of the 2Nite Urbact network shows us how urban security is a complex and multifaceted concept, extending
Over the past months, Serbia has experienced significant political and social turbulence. The student-led mass protests that have swept across the country were sparked by
In Quarticciolo, one of Rome’s most marginalised neighbourhoods, a humble boxing gym is transforming the lives of its youth. Established in 2015 by a group
How can cities function seamlessly both day and night? What happens when the 15-minute city concept meets the night-time economy? Can decentralising nightlife create safer,
The Schwimmverein Donaukanal (SVDK) exemplifies how social design can transform urban environments through community engagement. The initiative began as a small social design research project
Quarticciolo, a historic and working-class district of Rome, is undergoing significant transformation. While the Italian government promotes the Caivano emergency decree—focused on security, control, and
I’m walking down Budapest’s Népszínház Street. Leaving behind Blaha Lujza Square, one of the city’s major public transportation hubs, I’m entering Józsefváros, a district that
In the heart of Bucharest, Văcărești Nature Park tells a story of transformation, resilience, and renewal. What was once a neighbourhood razed for a Communist-era
What makes a public space truly belong to the people who use it? Can design empower communities or does it risk excluding them? Is placemaking
Jardins do Bombarda is a cultural and community centre run by Largo Residências, a cultural and social solidarity cooperative. The organisation moved to the premises
The Solidarity Energy Community of East Naples in San Giovanni a Teduccio is pioneering a transformative approach to renewable energy that combines hands-on education with
Energy transition offers major structural changes to energy supply and consumption in our energy system in order to limit climate change. Especially after the breakout
The Gdańsk participatory budgeting initiative, inaugurated in 2011, exemplifies a transformative approach to civic participation in urban development. This program allocates a specific portion of
Over the past years an increasing attention towards environmental justice is gaining more public attention through media, activism and civic participation. The PUJ project in
We all have used book libraries but what about a leisure library that allows you to try new sports by sharing outdoor equipment that you
The Laboratori di Quartiere (Neighbourhood labs) is a shared governance model promoted by the Municipality of Bologna, with the coordination of Fondazione Innovazione Urbana and
In the Bartók Cultural Quarter of Budapest’s Újbuda district – characterised by universities, cultural institutions, art galleries, tech companies, and restaurants – an important experimental
Established in 2013, the Helsinki Youth Council serves as a platform bridging young voices with local governance. Initially formed through collaborative efforts, it prioritised inclusive representation, addressing
The Barcelona Climate Assembly, run by the city council, involved citizens in the decision-making process regarding climate change policies. The assembly was composed of randomly
In the global pursuit of sustainable urban development, Barcelona has emerged as a pioneering city, leading the way in fostering a sustainable and healthy food
Yourspace.Sutton is more than a community garden. It provides workshops to kids, supports social therapeutic activities, and hosts local sustainable businesses in a horticultural environment.
Independent culture is a vital ingredient of Hungary’s cultural landscape. While Budapest remains a thriving metropolis with a strong independent scene and many smaller towns
Urban Lab Torino is an independent association that tells the story of the large-scale transformation of Turin and its metropolitan area. Working closely with the
Like other major European cities, Barcelona has a great industrial heritage that can now be re-used for a new and different development of its urban
Heritage is a crucial component of our individual and collective identities, communities and social infrastructure as well as our urban and rural fabrics. Heritage assets,
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