Keywords
creative practices
artistic practices
urban places
A-Place
KÉK
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Abstract
This paper addresses a recurrent discourse surrounding the concepts of space and place, emphasising their intra- and inter-relationships and how creative placemaking practices shape and define them. It argues that “place” encompasses multiple meanings, extending beyond tangible and visible dimensions to include emotional, learning, memory, and creative spaces. Through a comparative analysis of two platforms, A-Place and KÉK (Hungarian Contemporary Architecture Centre), the study examines their creative placemaking approaches across various European cities. By contextualising their practices through four key concepts, this paper highlights the practical application of abstract placemaking ideas in diverse urban settings.
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