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	Podcast:		Urbanistica
	Episode:		509. Placemaking and public spaces Then & Now: A Conversation with Steve Davies
	Category:		Arts
	Duration:		00:40:53
	Publish Date:		2025-03-30 22:00:00
	Description:		In this episode, I sit down with Steve Davies, a pioneering figure in placemaking and urban development. As Principal of Place Solutions Group, Affiliate at Market Cities (PPS), and President of The Placemaking Fund, Steve has spent decades shaping public spaces worldwide. We reflect on his journey in Project for Public Spaces (PPS)—what challenges he faced, how the placemaking movement evolved, and the biggest shifts in how cities approach public space today. We also discuss: How to measure a successful public place Key leadership skills for impactful placemaking The future of placemaking—emerging trends and innovations Steve’s current projects and what’s next for him in 2025 Plus, we explore how PPS has evolved over the years and what lessons can be learned for the future. Tune in for an insightful discussion with one of the field’s leading voices!
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