Lined with North African small stores and graffiti-covered walls, this neighborhood defies any conventional expectations you might have about France. Its defining feature is La Friche Belle de Mai, an arts center built inside a former tobacco factory. At first glance, it looks like a colorful skatepark—but if you venture further, you’ll find a cafe and bookstore, art exhibitions, and a local market. Nearby, there’s also a one-screen theater, Cinema Le Gyptis. It may be initially hard to identify, but it’s impossible to miss, because it’s covered in black-and-white portraits. They were created by a street artist, JR, who installed a photo booth to capture images of local residents, and then pasted the photographs onto the theatre facade. This large-format street pasting is just one of many pieces that JR created for his “Inside Out” project, a TED-funded initiative that transforms messages of personal identity into works of art.

The Hudson Yards Vessel, often referred to simply as "The Vessel," is a striking architectural centerpiece located in the Hudson Yards neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Designed by British architect Thomas Heatherwick, it features an intricate honeycomb-like structure made of interconnected staircases, landings, and platforms. Standing at 150 feet tall, The Vessel offers a unique interactive experience, inviting visitors to climb its 154 flights of stairs and explore 80 viewing platforms that provide panoramic views of the city and the Hudson River. Completed in 2019, the copper-clad structure has become an iconic landmark, symbolizing the innovative spirit of modern urban design.

- Münsterplatz Basel is an Urban Placemaking Project from Basel, Switzerland. - It was built in the 12th century.

Pier 70 in San Francisco is a historic waterfront site located in the city's Dogpatch neighborhood. Once a bustling hub for shipbuilding and industrial activity, it is one of the oldest continually operating shipyards in the United States. Today, Pier 70 is undergoing a transformation into a vibrant mixed-use destination, featuring restored historic buildings, public parks, art installations, and spaces for dining, shopping, and events. This redevelopment preserves its industrial heritage while creating a dynamic space for the community, making it a unique blend of history and modern urban revitalization. *This project is still in development. The completion date is to be determined*

Yunity Park is a business campus designed to connect people with the community and nature. The park includes an urban forest, outdoor workspaces, and event spaces that encourage social interaction and provide a seamless blend between indoor and outdoor environments. This project exemplifies sustainable placemaking by integrating natural elements into urban design.