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18 February 2025
Reimagine Mechelen pt.1 - Water as the Source of Urban Public Space
by Water As The Source of Urban Public Space
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An interview with Nicole LaIacona (City of Mechelen)
Have you ever wondered how to give nature a voice in urban development? The City of Mechelen in Belgium 🇧🇪 does exactly that while reimagining the connection between water, public spaces, animals, plants, and people.
In this episode:
🌊 How the City of Mechelen is giving back the River Dijle to its inhabitants...
⚖️ How public administration needs to seek compromises between interests...
👩💼 Why being a civil servant is the most difficult job there is...
🎨 How including artists in co-creation/participation processes might lead to a cultural shift...
💡 How fun and positive energy are key to innovation...
More and more cities are reimagining their connection to rivers, ponds, and other water bodies. Historically, cities turned their back to the water, which was used primarily for economic purposes. In the 21st century, however, this perception has shifted significantly: water in cities is now seen as a source of liveability and sustainability.
Have you ever wondered how to give nature a voice in urban development? The City of Mechelen in Belgium 🇧🇪 does exactly that while reimagining the connection between water, public spaces, animals, plants, and people.
In this episode:
🌊 How the City of Mechelen is giving back the River Dijle to its inhabitants...
⚖️ How public administration needs to seek compromises between interests...
👩💼 Why being a civil servant is the most difficult job there is...
🎨 How including artists in co-creation/participation processes might lead to a cultural shift...
💡 How fun and positive energy are key to innovation...
More and more cities are reimagining their connection to rivers, ponds, and other water bodies. Historically, cities turned their back to the water, which was used primarily for economic purposes. In the 21st century, however, this perception has shifted significantly: water in cities is now seen as a source of liveability and sustainability.