Urban Place Strategy

Transform Public Spaces Into Places People Love 

We partner with communities to turn public spaces into active, welcoming locations through strategic events, public services, placemaking, and activation. We design experiences and programs that support essential needs, maintain public areas, energize the community, and build neighborhood identity and pride. 

SERVICES

Events & Experiences

Bring the neighborhood to life with programs that attract people & spark energy
________________
Program Strategy: Evaluate and develop new, high-impact programming concepts

Signature Events: Develop and enhance farmers markets, concerts, movie series, festivals, neighborhood-scale activations, and more 

Public Enhancements: Plan improvements that activate underutilized or overlooked spaces

Event Playbooks: Develop step-by-step guides for permits, staffing, security, logistics, and day-of execution

Public Art

Create places that reflect the community & build identity
________________
Public Art & Placemaking Projects: Plan murals, installations, and creative place-based projects that highlight local culture and community priorities

Artist & Partner Coordination: Coordinate artists, partners, and stakeholders to advance public art projects

Safety, Environmental Maintenance, & Essential Services

Ensure the neighborhood feels safe, welcoming, & well-maintained
________________
Safety & Security: Develop holistic safety programs informed by crime data and community perception, in coordination with public and private partners 

Environmental Maintenance & Landscaping: Develop strategies for landscaping, litter control, graffiti removal, snow and leaf removal, and other public realm services

Homeless Outreach: Create programs that help individuals in crisis and coordinate with social services, faith-based organizations, and justice system partners to assist people experiencing homelessness 

Ambassador Programs: Design direct-line service teams that support residents, property owners, businesses, and visitors

Service & Partner Collaboration: Establish systems for ongoing collaboration with public and private partners to effectively address neighborhood challenges

Marketing & Promotion

Build awareness & community pride through targeted, place-based efforts
________________
Marketing Support: Develop strategies to promote events, services, and district actvity

Brand-Aligned Experiences: Align programming and experiences with district identity & goals

Additional Urban Place Strategy Services

  • SID/BID Formation & Renewal

    ->

  • Economic Vibrancy

    ->

  • Operations & Guidance

    ->