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30 September 2026
Can public spaces help a city build resilience?
Public space champions Dr Chong Keng Hua of Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, University of the Arts Singapore, and Dr Jeffrey Hou of Department of Architecture, National University of Singapore share how shared spaces can strengthen resilience and why giving people room to experiment, fail and shape these spaces themselves can foster a lasting sense of ownership.
Placemaking
30 September 2026
Can public spaces share our sense of belonging?
A quiet corner for respite. Mahjong across generations. A ping-pong game. Music that strangers join in — Stella Gwee, Founder of Shophouse & Co, believes the smallest moments in public spaces often have the biggest impact on our well-being and sense of belonging.
Placemaking
1 September 2026
A journey of purpose, people and place
Career
8 May 2026
Reshaping Malaysia's key destinations through community-led placemaking efforts
Placemaking
6 April 2026
Secret to New York City’s Meatpacking District: Public spaces and friendships
Placemaking
31 March 2026
The secret behind the UK business improvement districts' effectiveness
Placemaking
5 March 2026
Civil Engineer shaping Singapore’s future: A URA Scholar’s story
Career
20 February 2026
From cyclist to conservation pioneer: Building New Zealand's model mountain bike park
Nature
30 January 2026
Community architecture that transforms: Mexico City's PILARES lessons
Architecture & Design
22 January 2026
Architectural education: Why it should be more playful and enjoyable
20 Under 45: Fourth Edition