Using experiments to knit Wits University's urban edge into the surrounding city with Monica Albonico

Safer, accessible, well-connected and more interesting streets is what Wits University wants between it and the surrounding city. So, how can this happen? Monica Albonico of Albonico Sacks Metacity discusses using a street furniture design project as a tool to reimagine Wits' urban edge with Braamfontein.

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Mentioned in discussion:

Braam Participatory Street Furniture Design Project: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/359e8791372d4e2b8d2460f1c7486e3a

Lovebraam: https://www.lovebraam.com/

Counterspace and the Serpentine Pavilion project: https://counterspace-studio.com/projects/serpentine-pavilion-2021/

Ghel Architects: https://gehlpeople.com/