community wellbeing Archives - Future of London

Community, connection and Covid-19: How temporary interventions create streets for people

18 March 202111 February 2021 by Hannah Gibbs

Case study exploring how a temporary parklet in Fitzrovia, Central London has helped foster a sense of community and connect commuters with local residents and businesses, even during the pandemic.

Places, Spaces and Sociality: how the built environment creates a sense of community

9 December 2020 by Anna

Since March 2020, the way we connect with each other has dramatically changed. But what influence does the built environment have? One day before the second UK lockdown came to an end, we explored the role of the built environment in fostering a sense of community.