public-space-design

What problem does it solve?

The Public Space Design skill provides a structured framework for designing, evaluating, and programming urban public spaces using Gehl's 12 quality criteria and PPS methods, enabling practitioners to create safe, inclusive, vibrant spaces.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Space typology mapping, Gehl 12 scoring, PPS power of 10+ activities, edge activation, and placemaking guidance.
• Use cases include civic plazas, neighborhood parks, streetscapes, waterfront promenades, playgrounds, and pocket parks, with scalable deliverables from concept to programmatic brief.
• Example: design a neighborhood park that balances play, seating, shade, and spatial rooms.

Quick Start

Design a public space that meets Gehl's 12 criteria and PPS principles for a vibrant, safe, and accessible urban environment.