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of change in our cities
S → 001
We use a trans-disciplinary approach and creative methods to research and analyse several areas of urban life. Through studies, data, and dialogue, we seek to understand systems, identify challenges and opportunities, and assess the impact of interventions through monitoring and evaluation.
Public Space and Street Audits - Economic Studies - Site Assessments - Public Life Observations - Area Surveys - Urban Trends Analysis - Precinct Analysis - Mapping - Walkability Audit - Development Scenarios - Mobility Surveys - Policy Guidance - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Our recent research work
S → 002
Urban Strategy and Visioning
We help facilitate the development of visions and strategies for governments developers, community organisations, or for specific places or precincts. We create specific actions, techniques, and activities from this that can encourage implementation. Through collaboration and foresight, our visions and strategies connect the present to the desired futures of the organisations we work with.
Visioning Workshops - Strategic Planning - Place led Development Strategies - Public and Government Engagement Strategies - Area Guidelines - Development Scenarios - Foresight and Trend Analysis - Training and Capacity Building - Policy Development - Monitoring and Evaluation
Our recent Urban Strategy and Visioning work
S → 003
Consulting and Advisory Services
We advise the private, public, civil society and social sectors in numerous ways to guide their current or future initiative. We create constructive spaces to help our clients and partners see a wider world of opportunities, build foresight into their projects or organisations and debate and review ideas.
Our recent consulting and advisory work
S → 004
Project Facilitation and Management
We manage and drive projects and processes to achieve meaningful impact and the desired outcomes. We do this across the pre-design, design, delivery and monitoring phase of a project. This involves effective collaboration with built environment practitioners, lobbying business and government where necessary and maintaining productive relationships with communities.
Our recent Project Facilitation and Management work
S → 005
Stakeholder Engagement
We are skilled in conducting purposeful stakeholder engagement that blends traditional, creative, and digital approaches to shape urban futures. Through innovative platforms, virtual consultations, and interactive dialogue, we foster collaboration across sectors, cities, professions, cultures, and age groups. We build trust and lasting relationships, bridging diverse perspectives and ensuring inclusive solutions beyond a tickbox exercise.
Community Engagement - Public Participation Strategies - Corporate Engagement - Urban Laboratories - Government Lobbying - Stakeholder Mapping - Platform Development - Leadership Engagement - Sentiment Studies
Our recent Stakeholder Engagement work
S → 006
Design
Our design services include the conceptual design of urban spaces and tactical interventions at various scales.
Design workshops - Concept Design Development - Urban Design Consultation - Tactical Intervention Design - Public Space Activation - Visual Design
Our recent Design work
S → 007
Curation and Competitions
We curate national and international conferences, exhibitions and events, as well as organise design competitions and charrettes using our global network of design and industry contacts.
Event curation - Design Competitions - Exhibition Curation - Design Charrettes - Knowledge Sharing - Academic Programmes - Walking Tours
Our recent Curation and Competitions work
S → 008
Communication
We craft and implement communication strategies to build local and global awareness for projects and clients, shifting perspectives and changing perceptions about places.
Communication Strategy - Place Branding and Identity - Content Creation - Media engagement - Writing - Infographics - Storytelling - Project Presentations
Our recent Communication work
Industries
We work across various industries and sectors.
I → 001
Housing
Working closely with innovative and ambitious housing developers in the private, affordable, and social housing sectors to drive innovation and inclusive development.
I → 002
Real Estate
Guiding and supporting property projects that are shaping how we live, work, and socialise, into the future.
I → 003
Urban Realm and Public Spaces
Developing strategies, tactics, and ideas to transform urban spaces, seeking to create vibrant, inclusive, safe, and unique experiences, that enhance the quality of life for all city residents.
I → 004
Transport and mobility
Working with different stakeholders in the mobility sector to unlock the full social and environmental benefits of mobility today and how we will move in the future.
I → 005
Walking and Cycling
Helping cities, towns, and groups conceptualise and implement projects that places walking and non-motorised transport at the heart of transforming urban areas.
I → 006
Arts, Culture and Design
Working with leading institutions to create arts and culture projects that bring joy, vibrancy, and life to urban areas, communities, and places.
I → 007
Academia
Developing creative learning and education programmes with universities and knowledge institutions to shape the minds of students through in-depth, immersive programming and critical conversations about the future of cities.
I → 008
Government
Working with governments , government agencies, and embassies to embed foresight, creativity and innovation into public infrastructure and policy projects.
I → 009
Smart Cities
Working to guide and implement our smart(er) city principles and strategies in the public and private sectors, driving new cultures and innovations.
Let’s build better cities and spaces of tomorrow
If you have a project in mind, we would be happy to have a chat about how we can help make that happen.
Reach out to schedule a strategic session focused on your business, project, or environment.
37 Parliament Street
Church Square
Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town, 8000
Church Square
Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town, 8000
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