What is a public space?

A Public Space is an area that is publicly owned or operated. It is designed to be open, accessible and available for use by the general public, regardless of socio-economic or cultural background. It is intended to be inclusive, inviting, and open to all members of the community. Public Spaces can be indoors or outdoors and may serve a variety of purposes, such as recreational, social, cultural, or civic activities. Public spaces often provide opportunities for people to interact, gather, and engage in community activities.

Public Spaces can be:

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Plazas and Squares

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Streets and Sidewalks

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Parks and Gardens

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Libraries and Museums

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Community Centres

Political Potential of Public space

Public spaces are more than just physical locations; they are the reflections of our shared history and embody the values that define our society. These spaces serve as the backdrop to our daily lives, making our everyday relationships visible. They can foster a deep emotional connection with our surroundings that can be a powerful motivator for positive action. The synergy between social networks and public spaces mutually reinforces one another, giving the possibility to create vibrant communities. Urban planning therefore needs to be focussing on designing inclusive, democratic spaces that promote diversity, inclusion, and equity for all. The benefits of well-designed public spaces ripple far beyond aesthetics, positively impacting public health, the environment, and the local economy. It’s a reminder that the political potential of public space goes beyond bricks and asphalt – it’s about creating a better, more connected world for everyone.

„one thing is, [that] you have access to the city, you can go there, but another thing is, do you feel invited, do you truly feel included there, do you feel like that’s a space for you.”
Bianca Hermansen

University Background

The conversation about the area behind the train station got jumpstarted again by the semester project of Áron Lőrincz, Maria Summavielle and Marielle Scharfenberg from the Master Eco-Social Design of the Free University of Bolzano.

How can we start the process that enables citizens to take back abandoned places and generate multifunctional, open spaces that they enjoy being in?

Áron Lőrincz, Maria Summavielle and Marielle Scharfenberg on site

B(z)uilds Urban Furniture

by @simoni_samuel

 

03.10.23
14:30-18:00H

Join us in a community-based crafting workshop that aims to re-evaluate public areas through the creation of simple wooden structures. Thanks to the use of basic tooling and our hard-working team, at the end of the day we will be enjoying common space by sipping an “aperitivo” on our freshly made wooden stools.  Unleash your creativity and crafting skills and build simple yet visionary street furniture with us.

To secure a spot in the workshop, please write us an email to palcemakingbz@gmail.com

Samuel Simoni_B(z)uilds Urban Furnitureby @simoni_samuel

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Clean Up Action

feat. Climate Action South Tyrol

03.10.23
14:30-18:00H

Join us for a cleanup event at the long-neglected area behind the Bolzano Train Station! Together, we can breathe new life into this space, turning it into a vibrant hub for community gatherings and enjoyment. This cleanup is the first step toward transforming this area into a space where people can come together, share stories, and create projects. By cleaning up together, we can restore its natural beauty and make it a welcoming spot for all. Remember, the more hands we have, the better. See you there!

Áron Lőrincz collecting trash during the clean up

feat. Climate Action South Tyrol

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Ciclo Cinema

by @CicloCinema

03.10.23
19:00-23:00H

Siamo una compagnia di cicloviaggiatori che porta il cinema dove di solito non c’è. Un viaggio all’insegna della sostenibilità ambientale e sociale, dove celebriamo gli spazi, le culture e la lentezza.CICLO CINEMA

by @CicloCinema

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Lesung aus - Neueste Südtiroler Landeskunde, 116 Dorf- und Stadtstiche -

von Jörg Zemmler

 

07.10.23
Die 116 Geschichten erzählen z. B.. daß Meran ursprünglich am Meer lag und Bozen zu seinem Namen durch eine Abstimmung gekommen ist, bei der es drei Wahlberechtigte gab. Weiters heißt der Schlern nur wegen eines Sprachfehlers eines Bürgermeisters so, Gais wurde von Villnössern gegründet, Villnöß selbst ist ein Überbleibsel einer antiken Südtiroler Stadt, der Schnalser Ötzi ist erfroren, weil er nicht rufen konnte, Kurtinig und Kurtatsch gehen beide auf einen Kurt zurück, aber eher nicht auf denselben.

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Crafting Coffee Space

by Solveigh Artschwager, Dora Musola, Amelie Schaeberle

 

07.10.23
The workshop will involve participants deeply in exploring the local environment. Through a guided walk, we will identify and gather discarded materials and observe different locations. During these walks, we will create an imagination regarding possible utilization and activation of both the area and the discovered objects.

Following the collection of materials, we will engage in repurposing them. Our goal at the end of the day is to have a beautiful place/location for drinking coffee with the other BZ people! We will cultivate a renewed connection between us and our surroundings while drinking coffee and discussing our creations!

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by Solveigh Artschwager, Dora Musola, Amelie Schaeberle

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Take a Stitch!

By Adele Buffa and Amedeo Bonini.

07.10.23

Take a stitch! is a sewing experience. Through a circular table Centoventi that reimagines traditional embroidery looms, we invite you to pause and experiment with hand sewing. By bringing sewing into the public space we want to spread this practice into the community and share its expressive and ecological potential.

Take a Stitch!The project was born by the collaboration between Adele Buffa and Amedeo Bonini.

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Abitare stanca | Una restituzione

by Eurac + Officine Vispa

 

07.10.23

The housing crisis wears out those who do not have a home, but also those who struggle to maintain it. At the beginning of June, during two days of events open to citizens, we initiated a collective effort to imagine transformative housing policies. On 8 October, we will present a first synthesis of the results that emerged: not a point of arrival, but a basis to go further into the discussion and articulate guidelines for the practices and policies we need in this territory.

Abitare stanca | Una restituzione

by Eurac + Officine Vispa

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Bolzano Massive

by Bolzano Massive

 

07.10.23
Bolzano Massive è un associazione culturale presente a Bolzano dal 2018. Siamo artisti, a volte, altre solo un po' matti ma con un obbiettivo sano e preciso. Alzare il volume e lasciare che la musica sia una maestra di vita.

Bolzano Massive

by Bolzano Massive

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Foto Flea Market

by Foto Forum

 

07.10.23

Entdecken Sie den Fotoflohmarkt – Wo jedes Objekt seine Geschichte erzählt!
In einer Welt, die immer schneller wird, laden wir Sie ein, einen Moment innezuhalten und die Schönheit des Augenblicks zu erfassen. Beim Fotoflohmarkt treffen Leidenschaft und Hobby aufeinander – ein Ort, an dem Fotografie-Enthusiasten und -Anfänger gleichermaßen wertvolle Schätze und Inspiration finden können. Digitale und analoge Fotokameras, Objektive, Dunkelkammerzubehör, Filme, Fotobücher und vieles mehr warten auf Sie!Foto Forum_Foto Flea Market

by Foto Forum

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NIC - Acoustic Covers

by NIC

 

07.10.23
NIC is a 24-year-old student and musician based in Innsbruck. At only 15 the musical journey started now spanning nearly a decade. NIC began to play the guitar autodidactically in order to accompany their singing. Not to sound cheesy but music has never really been an option in life but rather a necessity which is why sharing musical passion on stage is of great personal significance. NIC's music can be categorized as (indie) Pop and Rock.

NIC_Acustic Covers

by NIC

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Please, Come In!

by Stefania Zanetti, Matteo Bellomo

 

07.10.23
16:30-19:30h

Stefania Zanetti and Matteo Bellomo presents a new photographic tablecloth inviting you to pass by and join in for an afternoon sensory snack. We will practise a gentle approach to food, looking for what is natural for each of us by listening to our feelings and responses.

During the event, you will be invited to experience pleasure by sipping cold drops of Pào Pào Kombucha , delighted by unexpected small and fluid bites made by Angelica Stimpfl

Please, come in!_Sciroppo Studio

by Stefania Zanetti, Matteo Bellomo

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TurboTrööT

by TurboTrööT

 

07.10.23

TurboTrööT, “the most feared band from South Tyrol”, plays noise at its best. The music is cleaned up from all its electronic liftings and make-up and focuses on the essence and intimacy of playing together and reflects on honest crafting that can’t exist without sweat and noise. Balkanian-punk-jazz should be a reasonable description for the output.
Be Aware: Some admirers can’t turn down their own humming or buzzing in the ear for days after a concert.

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by TurboTrööT

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Flohmarkt

by Ultra Alto

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07.10.23
from 11:00H

Flohmarkt! Bring dein altes Zeug und deinen Tisch. Keine Anmeldung nötig.

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by Ultra Alto

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Manu Mischkonsum

by Manu Mischkonsum

 

07.10.23

Manu Mischkonsum is a musician and music producer from Bolzano, Italy. Instead of focusing on one specific genre, Manu prefers to dive into different styles of music, moving between House, Funk, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. Before his songwriting and
production journey started in 2020, Manu could already play several instruments
like the drums, guitar, and piano. He released his debut album, The Prince is Back in
2022. Expect some soulful house beats somewhere between 115 and 130 BPM.

Manu Mischkonsum

by Manu Mischkonsum

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Le Piazze dei Saperi – Intrecciamo relazioni con un gioco di comunità

by Collettivo Fantasma (Giulia Fasoli, Maria Pasqualini, Vanessa Deotto)

 

07.10.23

Pensi di essere troppo grande per giocare? Le Piazze dei Saperi è allora il gioco che fa per te, ti sfidiamo! Perché non si è mai troppo grandi per scambiare i “saperi” e scoprire interessanti curiosità.

Trasformiamo luoghi apparentemente vuoti in catalizzatori vibranti di energia. Le inaspettate conoscenze verranno raccolte in un archivio collettivo. Passate a giocare, o anche solo a leggere i curiosi "saperi" emersi durante il giorno!

Le Piazze dei Saperi - Intrecciamo relazioni con un gioco di comunità_Collettivo Fantasma

by Collettivo Fantasma (Giulia Fasoli, Maria Pasqualini, Vanessa Deotto)

 

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Sound Journey

by Kartik

 

07.10.23

A project born from exposure to noise, ethereal and organic sounds. Expect beats, but with a twist.

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by Kartik

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Dialog: Was macht für dich ein gutes Leben im Stadtviertel aus?

by Blufink

 

07.10.23

Lerne die Kommunikationsmethode „Dialog nach David Bohm" kennen und tausch dich mit anderen aus, was ein gutes Leben im Stadtviertel ausmacht.

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by Blufink

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LA NAVE

by borolotte

 

07.10.23

Daniel Bova together with the Borlottee collective presents "LA NAVE" (1998 Volkswagen Sharan) offering a DJ set that crosses various musical genres under the big umbrella of Intelligence Trash Music. The Ship is alive, welcomes artists on board and will make the experience pulsate from the speakers to which it is connected and from its doors, with surrogate electric cables of veins.

Borlottee

 

by borolotte

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