Cities only really thrive when citizens’ voices are heard. Yet as governments focus on getting construction moving, they risk leaving society behind.

The 2025 Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism explored some of these issues through its innovative Creative Communities Project. The projects used different ideas and techniques to start citizen conversations about urban development.

These ideas and techniques are now available in four detailed, practical case studies. They offer practical tips for any client commissioning new development, as well as community organisers and resident groups.


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▶1. The Walking Drawing
▶2. Our Hagwon
▶3. Soft Edges
▶4. If you love Seoul