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1. www.weforum.org › stories › 2015Why public spaces are a basic need for cities | World ...

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   Apr 1, 2015 · Public spaces are the living rooms, gardens and corridors of urban areas. They serve to extend small living spaces and providing areas for social interaction and economic activities, which improves the development and desirability of a community. This increases productivity and attracts human capital while providing an improved quality of life ...

2. www.theglobeandmail.com › opinion › article-if-weIf we really want affordable housing, we need great public spaces

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   Jan 27, 2023 · Quality public space makes living in smaller homes more appealing by making it possible to live well in less space. Excellent parks and playgrounds mean that people won’t require a backyard....

3. www.evergreen.ca › stories › the-benefits-of-publicThe benefits of public spaces in cities - Evergreen

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   Jul 12, 2022 · As crucial social and environmental infrastructure, public spaces can be a powerful lever for change. From sustainability to safety, the benefits of urban public spaces help meet a variety of community needs and function as a connection point that increases community health and vibrancy.

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5. www.concordia.ca › next-gen › citiesWhy livable cities need public spaces that aren’t an ...

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   Why livable cities need public spaces that aren’t an afterthought. Parks, gardens and other green spaces in cities can provide multiple benefits and opportunities for citizens: social interaction, food security, temperature control, even political and artistic expression.

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6. www.thestar.com › opinion › contributorsOntario is a vast province with a soaring population. So why ...

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   Aug 7, 2021 · Successive Ontario governments allowed so much of the province to be privatized and made it difficult to get into what public space is left.

7. www.smartcitiesdive.com › ex › sustainablecitiesThe Economic Benefits of Great Public Places - Smart Cities Dive

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   Fortunately, the answer is a resounding yes! Developing a great place in your community can be achieved through temporary events, inexpensive treatments, or even encouraging businesses to stay open longer for a monthly event – all of these options produce economic returns.

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   What are the benefits of urban public spaces?

   • As crucial social and environmental infrastructure, public spaces can be a powerful lever for change. From sustainability to safety, the benefits of urban public spaces help meet a variety of community needs and function as a connection point that increases community health and vibrancy.

   The benefits of public spaces in cities - Evergreen

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   What makes a great public space?

   • Great public spaces are those places where celebrations are held, social and economic exchanges occur, friends run into each other, and cultures mix. They are the “front porches” of our public institutions – libraries, field houses, schools – where we interact with each other and government.

   What Makes a Great Public Place? - ArchDaily

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   Why is public space important?

   • Public space is a platform for shared community interests. Cities with vibrant, multi-use public space are more livable and attractive for a diverse array of people. Rather than simply being an occasional destination, public space can be integrated into daily life, says Orit Sarfaty, Evergreen’s Chief Program Officer.

   The benefits of public spaces in cities - Evergreen

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   What are the economic benefits of Great Places?

   • Up first: The economic benefits of great places. The return on investment of a place can occur at many levels. In the high-profile case of Chicago's Millennium Park, Millennium Park's Cloud Gate ("The Bean") is an example of interactive public art that attracts tourists and locals alike.

   The Economic Benefits of Great Public Places | Smart

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   How can public spaces improve sustainability?

   • Public spaces can open the opportunity to connect with neighbours and to see ways that I can potentially invest in their lives. Public space offers those physical health benefits, but also encourages being around others.” Public spaces that are low-carbon and climate-resilient can directly enhance sustainability.

   The benefits of public spaces in cities - Evergreen

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   How can we achieve affordable housing?

   • To achieve affordable housing, we need toadjust our expectations. Quality public space makes living in smaller homes more appealing by making it possible to live well in less space. Excellent parks and playgrounds mean that people won’t require a backyard. Good beaches and recreation centres free us from wanting a pool of our own.

   If we really want affordable housing, we need great public spaces

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9. www.archdaily.com › 914616What Makes a Great Public Place? - ArchDaily

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   Feb 26, 2020 · In evaluating thousands of public spaces around the world, PPS has found that to be successful, they generally share the following four qualities: they are accessible; people are engaged in...