Shaping the built environment for everyone
Living Spaces is a peer-learning programme designed for local and regional authorities to learn how to plan and implement high-quality architectural policies and projects.
From July 2023 to November 2024, the programme will facilitate exchanges among the European Union’s cities, regions, Member States and relevant stakeholders on processes and good practices.
Funded by the creative Europe programme of the European Union, Living Spaces is implemented by Eurocities and the Architects’ Council of Europe.
Peer-learning activities for cities and regions
Architecture has a fundamental impact on people’s quality of life. Cities and regions today must have well-designed buildings and environments that are inclusive and considerate of everyone's needs. At the same time, these designs should not harm the environment or use up more resources than the Earth can handle. This is crucial for the happiness and health of contemporary society and for the well-being of future generations.
Living Spaces’ activities will demonstrate that building and planning for everyone improves cohesion, attractiveness, and the sustainability of our cities and regions.
This will be achieved through:
- a catalogue of 30 good practices from across the European Union, emphasising impacts and transferability from one local context to others
- 12 onsite peer-learning visits in European cities and regions (EU 27) taking place in 2024, allowing participants to learn from each other and from experts