How must a place narrate the story of its dwellers? The answer lies in meaningful spatial interventions. When the material aspects of space intertwine with its people in a seamless manner, the fusion gives rise to resilient communities. Serving this purpose in modern architecture is the pristine, hands-on approach known as placemaking.

A growing number of architects and designers are turning to this philosophy which places humans at the heart of designing spaces. But the question arises, why is it gaining prominence now? Because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Post-pandemic, the world has been sensitised to re-imagine and re-invent public spaces with a human-first approach. As the pandemic took away sociability and human connections for a three-year hiatus, architects stepped in to create a bond between people and their surrounding spaces. Thus, developed the trailblazing concept of placemaking. This evolution in design philosophy is aimed at people’s aspirations, needs, visions and community engagement.